Horsfieldia pachyrachis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.de Wilde
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 5 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724907
Common Names
- Horsfieldia Pachyrachis
- Pachyrachis Horsfieldia
- Horsfieldia Pachyrachi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Horsfieldia pachyrachis (also called Thick-spined Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myristicaceae. It is a large tree, growing up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and its habitats include tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Horsfieldia pachyrachis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as a source of fuel and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Horsfieldia pachyrachis has small white flowers, which are followed by small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and dark green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Horsfieldia pachyrachis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Horsfieldia pachyrachis
Horsfieldia pachyrachis is native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Horsfieldia pachyrachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia pachyrachis?
Horsfieldia pachyrachis
What is the family of Horsfieldia pachyrachis?
Myristicaceae
Where is Horsfieldia pachyrachis found?
Horsfieldia pachyrachis is found in Southeast Asia.
Species in the Horsfieldia genus
References
Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:930745-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.