Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
kingii
ID:
749827

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boerl. ex Koord.-Schum.) Survesw. & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1731 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749160



Common Names

  • Drepananthus kingii
  • King's Drepananthus
  • King's Drepananthus Lily


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Description

Drepananthus kingii (also called King's 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 kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drepananthus kingii is a perennial herb 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 kingii

Drepananthus kingii is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Drepananthus kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drepananthus kingii?

Drepananthus kingii

What is the common name of Drepananthus kingii?

King's Hook-sedge

Where is Drepananthus kingii found?

Drepananthus kingii 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

Jacob Gijsbert Boerlage (1849-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boerl.' in the authors string.
Sijfert Hendrik Koorders (1863-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koord.' 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:77109475-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.