Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
forsteriana
ID:
639625

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schult) Barlow

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 22(3): 537. 1974 [Aug-Nov 1974]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638957



Common Names

  • Decaisnina forsteriana
  • Forster's Decaisnina
  • Forster's Decaisnina


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus insularum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Loranthus vitiensis Seem. [unknown]
  • Loranthus raiateensis J.W.Moore [unknown]
  • Treubella insularum Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Treubella mercieri Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Treubella spathulata Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Treubella vitiensis Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Amylotheca forsteriana Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca insularum Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca mercieri (Tiegh.) Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca spathulata Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca vitiensis Danser [unknown]
  • Dendrophthoe forsteriana (Schult.f.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Elytranthe forsteriana Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe insularum Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe vitiensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Loranthus forsterianus Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Treubella forsteriana Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Decaisnina forsteriana (also called Forster’s 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 forsteriana 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 forsteriana 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 forsteriana 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 forsteriana

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

Decaisnina forsteriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decaisnina forsteriana?

Decaisnina forsteriana

What is the family of Decaisnina forsteriana?

Lardizabalaceae

Where does Decaisnina forsteriana 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,

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