Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
hexagynus
ID:
749826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Survesw. & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1731 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749159



Common Names

  • Drepananthus hexagynus
  • Six-gendered Drepananthus
  • Six-gendered Drepananthus Lily


Searching for Drepananthus hexagynus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Drepananthus hexagynus (also called Hexagynous Drepananthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Drepananthus hexagynus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drepananthus hexagynus has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.

Searching for Drepananthus hexagynus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Drepananthus hexagynus is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Drepananthus hexagynus

Drepananthus hexagynus is native to tropical Africa. It is found in lowland rainforests, typically in moist, shady areas.

Drepananthus hexagynus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drepananthus hexagynus?

Drepananthus hexagynus

What is the common name of Drepananthus hexagynus?

Six-styled Hook-sedge

Where is Drepananthus hexagynus found?

Drepananthus hexagynus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands

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.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
Siddharthan Surveswaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Survesw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109474-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.