Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Species:
leptantha
ID:
725539

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 38: 137 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724872



Common Names

  • Horsfieldia leptantha
  • Leptantha Horsfieldia
  • Leptantha's Horsfieldia


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Description

Horsfieldia leptantha (also called Slender-flowered Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub or tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia leptantha is used as a timber for construction and furniture making. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horsfieldia leptantha is small, yellowish-white in color and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia leptantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid place until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young shoots and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Horsfieldia leptantha

Horsfieldia leptantha is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Horsfieldia leptantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia leptantha?

Horsfieldia leptantha

What is the common name of Horsfieldia leptantha?

N/A

Where is Horsfieldia leptantha native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Horsfieldia genus

References