Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
longibracteolatum
ID:
749805

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parolly & Nordt) Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 48: 342 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749138

Common Names

  • Longibracteolatum Dichoropetalum
  • Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum
  • Dichoropetalum

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Synonyms

  • Peucedanum longibracteolatum Parolly & Nordt [unknown]

Description

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum (also called Long-bracted Dichoropetalum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum has small, white flowers with four petals and a short, pointed calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. It is propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum

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

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum?

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum

What is the common name of Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum?

Long-bracted Hook-sedge

Where is Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum found?

Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum is found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands

Species in the Dichoropetalum genus

Dichoropetalum achaicum, Dichoropetalum alpigenum, Dichoropetalum aromaticum, Dichoropetalum aureum, Dichoropetalum carvifolia, Dichoropetalum chryseum, Dichoropetalum depauperatum, Dichoropetalum golestanicum, Dichoropetalum graminifolium, Dichoropetalum isauricum, Dichoropetalum junceum, Dichoropetalum lavrentiadis, Dichoropetalum minutifolium, Dichoropetalum munbyi, Dichoropetalum oligophyllum, Dichoropetalum palimbioides, Dichoropetalum paucijugum, Dichoropetalum platycarpum, Dichoropetalum pschawicum, Dichoropetalum ramosissimum, Dichoropetalum schottii, Dichoropetalum scoparium, Dichoropetalum seseloides, Dichoropetalum stridii, Dichoropetalum vittijugum, Dichoropetalum alpinum, Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum, Dichoropetalum bupleuroides, Dichoropetalum caucasicum, Dichoropetalum kittaniae, Dichoropetalum kyriakae, Dichoropetalum zirnichii, Dichoropetalum alanyensis, Dichoropetalum vuralii,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Gerald Parolly (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parolly' in the authors string.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.
Birgit Nordt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nordt' in the authors string.