Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
642248

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 67: 30 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641580



Common Names

  • Denhamia parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Denhamia
  • Parvifolia Denhamia


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Description

Denhamia parvifolia (also called 'Small-leaved Denhamia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It has dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist forests, woodlands, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Denhamia parvifolia is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Denhamia parvifolia has small, white or pink flowers that have a strong, sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Denhamia parvifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Denhamia parvifolia

Denhamia parvifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Denhamia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Denhamia parvifolia?

Denhamia parvifolia

What is the family of Denhamia parvifolia?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Denhamia parvifolia?

Small-leaved mistletoe

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,

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