Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
duthieana
ID:
533202

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danser

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 301 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532534



Common Names

  • Duthie's Amylotheca
  • Amylotheca Duthieana
  • Amylotheca duthieana


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus duthieanus King [unknown]
  • Amylotheca borneana Danser [unknown]
  • Arculus duthieanus Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe rubra Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Amylotheca duthieana (also called 'Duthie's Amylotheca', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in tropical and subtropical Asia and Australia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, fern-like leaves and small, white flowers. This species is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Amylotheca duthieana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amylotheca duthieana is a small white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amylotheca duthieana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Amylotheca duthieana

Amylotheca duthieana is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Amylotheca duthieana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amylotheca duthieana?

Amylotheca duthieana

What type of plant is Amylotheca duthieana?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Amylotheca duthieana found?

It is found in the Himalayas

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

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