Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rafiq) Dickoré & Hilger
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 226: 140 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343643
Common Names
- Decalepidanthus flavescens
- Yellow-flowered Decalepidanthus
- Yellow-flowered Decalepidanthus
Description
Decalepidanthus flavescens (also called Yellow-flowered Decalepidanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Decalepidanthus flavescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Decalepidanthus flavescens is white, with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Decalepidanthus flavescens is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by division or by cuttings.
Where to Find Decalepidanthus flavescens
Decalepidanthus flavescens can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Decalepidanthus flavescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decalepidanthus flavescens?
Decalepidanthus flavescens
What is the natural habitat of Decalepidanthus flavescens?
Decalepidanthus flavescens is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.
What is the flower color of Decalepidanthus flavescens?
The flowers of Decalepidanthus flavescens are white or yellowish.
Species in the Decalepidanthus genus
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,
References
Rubina A. Rafiq: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rafiq' in the authors string.