Odontostomum hartwegii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hartwegii
ID:
754616
Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Whipple, Bot. 4(5; 4): 150 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000753949
Common Names
- Odontostomum hartwegii
- Hartweg's Rattan
- Hartweg's Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Odontostomum hartwegii (also called Hartweg's Toothcup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.5 m with small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Odontostomum hartwegii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative plant in pots. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Odontostomum hartwegii are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Odontostomum hartwegii can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud and replanted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Odontostomum hartwegii
Odontostomum hartwegii can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Odontostomum hartwegii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontostomum hartwegii?
Odontostomum hartwegii
What is the common name of Odontostomum hartwegii?
Hartweg's Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Odontostomum hartwegii?
Tropical forests
Species in the Odontostomum genus
Species in the Tecophilaeaceae family
Conanthera parvula, Conanthera bifolia, Conanthera campanulata, Conanthera trimaculata, Conanthera urceolata, Conanthera trimaculata, Cyanastrum cordifolium, Cyanastrum goetzeanum, Cyanastrum johnstonii, Cyanella alba, Cyanella aquatica, Cyanella cygnea, Cyanella hyacinthoides, Cyanella lutea, Cyanella orchidiformis, Cyanella pentheri, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella marlothii, Eremiolirion amboense, Kabuyea hostifolia, Odontostomum hartwegii, Tecophilaea cyanocrocus, Tecophilaea violiflora, Walleria nutans, Walleria mackenzii, Walleria gracilis, Zephyra elegans, Zephyra compacta,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293403: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.