Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
1275669

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Boissieu) Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 111: 549 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275007

Common Names

  • Hymenidium Wilsonii
  • Wilsonii Hymenidium
  • Hymenidium of Wilsonii

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Description

Hymenidium wilsonii (also called 'Wilson's Hymenidium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Ethiopia, and is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1–2 m tall, with opposite, ovate leaves 5–10 cm long and 3–5 cm broad.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenidium wilsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenidium wilsonii is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenidium wilsonii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with the plant being divided into several sections and replanted in separate pots. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Hymenidium wilsonii

Hymenidium wilsonii is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Hymenidium wilsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenidium wilsonii?

Hymenidium wilsonii

What is the common name of Hymenidium wilsonii?

Wilson's Hymenidium

What type of plant is Hymenidium wilsonii?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Hymenidium genus

Hymenidium brunonis, Hymenidium corydalifolium, Hymenidium densiflorum, Hymenidium dentatum, Hymenidium huzhihaoi, Hymenidium kansuense, Hymenidium lhasanum, Hymenidium lindleyanum, Hymenidium mieheanum, Hymenidium nanum, Hymenidium pachycaule, Hymenidium sikkimense, Hymenidium stellatum, Hymenidium virgatum, Hymenidium delavayi, Hymenidium chloroleucum, Hymenidium heterosciadium, Hymenidium apiolens, Hymenidium bicolor, Hymenidium wilsonii, Hymenidium nubigenum, Hymenidium pulszkyi, Hymenidium hedinii, Hymenidium astrantioideum, Hymenidium foetens, Hymenidium heracleifolium, Hymenidium macrochlaenum, Hymenidium benthamii, Hymenidium davidii, Hymenidium decurrens, Hymenidium cristatum, Hymenidium amabile, Hymenidium yunnanense, Hymenidium pilosum, Hymenidium album, Hymenidium szechenyi, Hymenidium hookeri, Hymenidium tsekuense, Hymenidium giraldii, Hymenidium linearilobum, Hymenidium wrightianum, Hymenidium ladyginii,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Henri de Boissieu (1871-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Boissieu' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.