Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
djamuensis
ID:
639624

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Krause) Barlow

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 22: 536 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638956



Common Names

  • Decaisnina djamuensis
  • Djamu Decaisnina
  • Djamu Decaisnina


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus djamuensis K.Krause [unknown]
  • Amylotheca djamuensis (K.Krause) Danser [unknown]
  • Elytranthe mamberamica K.Krause [unknown]

Description

Decaisnina djamuensis (also called Djamu Decaisnina, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Caledonia. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has narrow, elliptic leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas in the understory of rainforest and is widespread in New Caledonia.

Uses & Benefits

Decaisnina djamuensis is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decaisnina djamuensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decaisnina djamuensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Decaisnina djamuensis

Decaisnina djamuensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Decaisnina djamuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decaisnina djamuensis?

Decaisnina djamuensis

What is the family of Decaisnina djamuensis?

Lardizabalaceae

Where does Decaisnina djamuensis grow?

It is native to China.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758575: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.
Bryan Alwyn Barlow (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barlow' in the authors string.