Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
dolichopoda
ID:
722489

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 46: 54 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721822



Common Names

  • Hexatheca Dolichopoda
  • Coral Plant
  • Coral Bush


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Description

Hexatheca dolichopoda (also called long-stalked star apple, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and thickets. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hexatheca dolichopoda is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexatheca dolichopoda has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and round with a light brown color. Seedlings have a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexatheca dolichopoda is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Hexatheca dolichopoda

Hexatheca dolichopoda is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Hexatheca dolichopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexatheca dolichopoda?

Hexatheca dolichopoda

What is the common name of Hexatheca dolichopoda?

Long-stalked Hexatheca

What is the natural habitat of Hexatheca dolichopoda?

Woodlands and open meadows

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