Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
639655

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bedd. ex Hook.f.) Bruyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 499 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638987



Common Names

  • Decalepis salicifolia
  • Salicifolia Decalepis
  • Willow-Leaved Decalepis


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Synonyms

  • Utleria salicifolia Bedd. ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Decalepis salicifolia (also called Willow-leaved decalepis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to India. It has small, ovate leaves with a wavy margin and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Decalepis salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low foot traffic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decalepis salicifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decalepis salicifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Decalepis salicifolia

Decalepis salicifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Decalepis salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepis salicifolia?

Decalepis salicifolia

What is the common name of Decalepis salicifolia?

Willow-Leaved Decalepis

What is the natural habitat of Decalepis salicifolia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758604: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.
Richard Henry Beddome (1830-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedd.' in the authors string.