Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
geoffrayi
ID:
1333513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) C.Puglisi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 286 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345967





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Description

Dorcoceras geoffrayi (also called Geoffray's Dorcoceras, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to India and is found in dry, open forests. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Dorcoceras geoffrayi is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dorcoceras geoffrayi is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dorcoceras geoffrayi is a shrub native to South America. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dorcoceras geoffrayi

Dorcoceras geoffrayi is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Dorcoceras geoffrayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dorcoceras geoffrayi?

Dorcoceras geoffrayi

What is the common name of Dorcoceras geoffrayi?

Geoffrayi Dorcoceras

What is the natural habitat of Dorcoceras geoffrayi?

Dorcoceras geoffrayi is native to the dry steppes of India

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.