Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subbiglandulosus
ID:
643075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 235 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642407



Common Names

  • Desmos subbiglandulosus
  • Subbiglandulosus Desmos
  • Subbiglandulosus Thread Orchid


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Description

Desmos subbiglandulosus (also called Subbiglandulosus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with elliptic-lanceolate leaves, up to 6 cm long. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia, and south to Angola and Mozambique, growing in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Desmos subbiglandulosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmos subbiglandulosus is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmos subbiglandulosus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Desmos subbiglandulosus

Desmos subbiglandulosus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Desmos subbiglandulosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmos subbiglandulosus?

Desmos subbiglandulosus

What is the common name of Desmos subbiglandulosus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Desmos subbiglandulosus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72810-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.