Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Kato
Source:
ksu
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 55: 153 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726306
Common Names
- Hydrobryum somranii
- Somranii Hydrobryum
- Somranii Hydrangea
Description
Hydrobryum somranii (also called Somran's Hydrobryum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Southeast Asia. It is found in wet, shady places, such as along streams, in forests, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrobryum somranii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrobryum somranii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened nut with a hard, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrobryum somranii can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Hydrobryum somranii
Hydrobryum somranii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Hydrobryum somranii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrobryum somranii?
Hydrobryum somranii
What type of plant is Hydrobryum somranii?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Hydrobryum somranii native to?
Thailand
Species in the Hydrobryum genus
Hydrobryum bifoliatum,
Hydrobryum chiangmaiense,
Hydrobryum floribundum,
Hydrobryum griffithii,
Hydrobryum japonicum,
Hydrobryum kaengsophense,
Hydrobryum khaoyaiense,
Hydrobryum koribanum,
Hydrobryum loeicum,
Hydrobryum micrantherum,
Hydrobryum puncticulatum,
Hydrobryum somranii,
Hydrobryum tardhuangense,
Hydrobryum phetchabunense,
Hydrobryum hapteron,
Hydrobryum subcylindricoides,
Hydrobryum vientianense,
Hydrobryum phurueanum,
Hydrobryum varium,
Hydrobryum luangnamtaense,
Hydrobryum mandaengense,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans,
Apinagia aripecuruensis,
Apinagia arminensis,
Apinagia batrachifolia,
Apinagia boliviana,
Apinagia brevicaulis,
Apinagia crispa,
Apinagia digitata,
Apinagia dissecta,
Apinagia divaricata,
Apinagia fimbrifolia,
Apinagia flexuosa,
Apinagia fluitans,
Apinagia fucoides,
Apinagia gardneriana,
Apinagia glaziovii,
Apinagia goejei,
Apinagia guairaensis,
Apinagia guyanensis,
Apinagia hulkiana,
Apinagia itanensis,
Apinagia kochii,
Apinagia latifolia,
Apinagia leptophylla,
Apinagia longifolia,
Apinagia marowynensis,
Apinagia membranacea,
Apinagia minor,
Apinagia multibranchiata,
Apinagia parvifolia,
Apinagia petiolata,
Apinagia platystigma,
Apinagia pusilla,
Apinagia rangiferina,
Apinagia richardiana,
Apinagia ruppioides,
Apinagia spruceana,
Apinagia staheliana,
Apinagia surumuensis,
Apinagia tenuifolia,
Apinagia treslingiana,
Apinagia versteegiana,
Apinagia brejoagrestinensis,
Autana andersonii,
Castelnavia noveloi,
Castelnavia cuneifolia,
Castelnavia fimbriata,
Castelnavia fluitans,
Castelnavia lindmaniana,
Castelnavia monandra,