Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
conica
ID:
443480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 32:142. (1899); Lectotypified in: Asian J. Trop. Biol. 4 (1). (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442812



Common Names

  • Hornstedtia conica
  • Horned Loosestrife
  • Horned Lythrum


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Synonyms

  • Amomum sarawacense K.Schum. [valid]
  • Donacodes alliacea Teijsm. & Binn. [invalid]
  • Hornstedtia alliacea Valeton [valid]
  • Hornstedtia sarawacensis (K.Schum.) K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Hornstedtia conica (also called 'Cone-Shaped Hornstedtia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Hornstedtia conica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hornstedtia conica has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hornstedtia conica can be propagated from stem cuttings or from seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Hornstedtia conica

Hornstedtia conica is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal areas, dunes, and rocky slopes. It can be found in Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco.

Hornstedtia conica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hornstedtia conica?

Hornstedtia conica

What is the common name of Hornstedtia conica?

Conical Hornstedtia

Where is Hornstedtia conica native to?

India

Species in the Hornstedtia genus

Hornstedtia affinis, Hornstedtia beccarii, Hornstedtia conica, Hornstedtia conoidea, Hornstedtia cyathifera, Hornstedtia deliana, Hornstedtia elongata, Hornstedtia gracilis, Hornstedtia hainanensis, Hornstedtia havilandii, Hornstedtia incana, Hornstedtia irosinensis, Hornstedtia leonurus, Hornstedtia longipes, Hornstedtia lophophora, Hornstedtia microcheila, Hornstedtia minor, Hornstedtia minuta, Hornstedtia mollis, Hornstedtia paludosa, Hornstedtia parviflora, Hornstedtia peninsularis, Hornstedtia pininga, Hornstedtia propinqua, Hornstedtia pusilla, Hornstedtia reticosa, Hornstedtia reticulata, Hornstedtia rubra, Hornstedtia rumphii, Hornstedtia sanhan, Hornstedtia scottiana, Hornstedtia scyphifera, Hornstedtia striolata, Hornstedtia subviridis, Hornstedtia tomentosa, Hornstedtia triloba, Hornstedtia putih, Hornstedtia merahjambu, Hornstedtia bella, Hornstedtia garbosa,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

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