Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petelotii
ID:
652862

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 41: 364 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652194



Common Names

  • Disepalum Petelotii
  • String of Hearts
  • Heart Plant


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Description

Disepalum petelotii (also called 'Petelot's Disepalum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, where it is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Disepalum petelotii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Disepalum petelotii is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round nut with a pointed apex. The seedlings are small, with two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disepalum petelotii is a species of plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a warm, moist environment. The cuttings should be kept in partial shade until they have taken root.

Where to Find Disepalum petelotii

Disepalum petelotii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Disepalum petelotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disepalum petelotii?

Disepalum petelotii

What type of plant is Disepalum petelotii?

Disepalum petelotii is a species of shrub in the family Euphorbiaceae.

Where is Disepalum petelotii found?

Disepalum petelotii is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947304-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.