Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
tonkinense
ID:
554213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 2:1193. (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553545



Common Names

  • Siliquamomum Tonkinense
  • Tonkinense Siliquamomum
  • Tonkinense Orchid


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Description

Siliquamomum tonkinense (also called Tonkinense siliquamomum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in humid, shady environments and is often found in the crooks of tree branches. It has small, white flowers and narrow, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Siliquamomum tonkinense is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Siliquamomum tonkinense has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siliquamomum tonkinense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Siliquamomum tonkinense

Siliquamomum tonkinense can be found in Vietnam.

Siliquamomum tonkinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siliquamomum tonkinense?

Siliquamomum tonkinense

What is the common name of Siliquamomum tonkinense?

Tonkin Siliquamomum

What is the natural range of Siliquamomum tonkinense?

Southeast Asia

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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