Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 412 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943475
Common Names
- Dimorphocalyx Angustifolius
- Narrow-leaved Dimorphocalyx
- Narrow-leaved-flowered Dimorphocalyx
Description
Dimorphocalyx angustifolius (also called Narrow-leaved Dimorphocalyx, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters in height, with white flowers. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphocalyx angustifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make a herbal tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dimorphocalyx angustifolius are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimorphocalyx angustifolius is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Dimorphocalyx angustifolius
Dimorphocalyx angustifolius is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Species in the Dimorphocalyx genus
Dimorphocalyx angustifolius,
Dimorphocalyx australiensis,
Dimorphocalyx balakrishnanii,
Dimorphocalyx beddomei,
Dimorphocalyx denticulatus,
Dimorphocalyx glabellus,
Dimorphocalyx ixoroides,
Dimorphocalyx kurnoolensis,
Dimorphocalyx luzoniensis,
Dimorphocalyx malayanus,
Dimorphocalyx meeboldii,
Dimorphocalyx muricatus,
Dimorphocalyx pauciflorus,
Dimorphocalyx poilanei,
Dimorphocalyx moluccensis,
Dimorphocalyx trichocarpus,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,