Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
polycarpus
ID:
749820

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White & W.D.Francis) Survesw. & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1731 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749153



Common Names

  • Polycarpus Drepananthus
  • Drepananthus polycarpus
  • Drepananthus


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Description

Drepananthus polycarpus (also called Polycarpus 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 polycarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drepananthus polycarpus 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 polycarpus is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil. Once established, Drepananthus polycarpus requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Drepananthus polycarpus

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

Drepananthus polycarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drepananthus polycarpus?

Drepananthus polycarpus

What is the common name of Drepananthus polycarpus?

Many-fruited Hook-sedge

Where is Drepananthus polycarpus found?

Drepananthus polycarpus 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

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' 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:77109481-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.