Status:
valid
Authors:
Mujaffar, A.P.Tiwari & Chandore
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(2): 159 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347726
Common Names
- Chlorophytum diwanjii
- Diwanjii Spider Plant
- Variegated Spider Plant
Description
Chlorophytum diwanjii (also called 'Diwanjii Chlorophytum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers, and grows in moist meadows and along streams. It produces small, yellow fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorophytum diwanjii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorophytum diwanjii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chlorophytum diwanjii is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.
Where to Find Chlorophytum diwanjii
Chlorophytum diwanjii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.
Chlorophytum diwanjii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum diwanjii?
Chlorophytum diwanjii
What is the family of Chlorophytum diwanjii?
Asparagaceae
What is the common name of Chlorophytum diwanjii?
Diwanjii Chlorophytum
Species in the Chlorophytum genus
Chlorophytum angustissimum,
Chlorophytum hirsutum,
Chlorophytum occultum,
Chlorophytum acutum,
Chlorophytum affine,
Chlorophytum africanum,
Chlorophytum alismifolium,
Chlorophytum alpinum,
Chlorophytum altum,
Chlorophytum anceps,
Chlorophytum andongense,
Chlorophytum angulicaule,
Chlorophytum angustiracemosum,
Chlorophytum ankarense,
Chlorophytum appendiculatum,
Chlorophytum applanatum,
Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum,
Chlorophytum aridum,
Chlorophytum arundinaceum,
Chlorophytum basitrichum,
Chlorophytum baturense,
Chlorophytum benuense,
Chlorophytum bharuchae,
Chlorophytum bifolium,
Chlorophytum blepharophyllum,
Chlorophytum borivilianum,
Chlorophytum bowkeri,
Chlorophytum brachystachyum,
Chlorophytum bracteatum,
Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum,
Chlorophytum breviscapum,
Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum,
Chlorophytum cameronii,
Chlorophytum camporum,
Chlorophytum capense,
Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum,
Chlorophytum caulescens,
Chlorophytum chariense,
Chlorophytum chevalieri,
Chlorophytum chinense,
Chlorophytum chloranthum,
Chlorophytum collinum,
Chlorophytum colubrinum,
Chlorophytum comosum,
Chlorophytum cooperi,
Chlorophytum cordifolium,
Chlorophytum crassinerve,
Chlorophytum crispum,
Chlorophytum cyperaceum,
Chlorophytum dalzielii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Arjun Prasad Tiwari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Tiwari' in the authors string.
Shaikh Mujaffar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mujaffar' in the authors string.