Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ding Hou) M.P.Simmons
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 929 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333749
Common Names
- Cupularis Denhamia
- Denhamia Cupularis
- Cupularis Denhamia
Description
Denhamia cupularis (also called Cup-shaped Denhamia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded crown. It is native to Australia, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Denhamia cupularis is a popular ornamental plant due to its bright yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used in gardens as a hedge plant, and its leaves and flowers can be used in salads and as a garnish.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Denhamia cupularis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a yellowish-green stem and leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Denhamia cupularis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Denhamia cupularis
Denhamia cupularis is native to Australia.
Denhamia cupularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Denhamia cupularis?
Denhamia cupularis
What type of plant is Denhamia cupularis?
It is a shrub
Where is Denhamia cupularis native to?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Denhamia genus
Denhamia celastroides,
Denhamia moorei,
Denhamia obscura,
Denhamia oleaster,
Denhamia parvifolia,
Denhamia pittosporoides,
Denhamia viridissima,
Denhamia bilocularis,
Denhamia cunninghamii,
Denhamia cupularis,
Denhamia disperma,
Denhamia fasciculiflora,
Denhamia fournieri,
Denhamia silvestris,
Denhamia muelleri,
Denhamia peninsularis,
Denhamia megacarpa,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Mark P. Simmons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Simmons' in the authors string.