Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
dependens
ID:
413935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Danser

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 29(6): 110 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413267



Common Names

  • Tapinanthus dependens
  • Dwarf Tapinanthus
  • Dwarf Bottlebrush


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus dependens Engl. [unknown]
  • Loranthus alatus De Wild. [unknown]
  • Loranthus pendulus Welw. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Acrostephanus dependens Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Loranthus guttatus Sprague [unknown]
  • Loranthus homblei De Wild. [unknown]
  • Loranthus gomesii E.A.Bruce [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus alatus (De Wild.) Danser [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus guttatus (Sprague) Danser [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus homblei (De Wild.) Danser [unknown]

Description

Tapinanthus dependens (also called 'Dependent Tapinanthus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central and Southern Africa. It grows in dry grasslands, savannas, and woodlands, and has a thick, woody rootstock, and a stem that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has narrow, linear leaves, and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tapinanthus dependens is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapinanthus dependens has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapinanthus dependens is a perennial shrub native to India. It is a low-growing plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C.

Where to Find Tapinanthus dependens

Tapinanthus dependens is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and wetlands.

Tapinanthus dependens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapinanthus dependens?

Tapinanthus dependens

What is the common name of Tapinanthus dependens?

Dependent Tapinanthus

What is the family of Tapinanthus dependens?

Loranthaceae

Species in the Tapinanthus genus

Tapinanthus glaucophyllus, Tapinanthus globifer, Tapinanthus erianthus, Tapinanthus forbesii, Tapinanthus erectotruncatus, Tapinanthus buchneri, Tapinanthus bangwensis, Tapinanthus belvisii, Tapinanthus constrictiflorus, Tapinanthus dependens, Tapinanthus quequensis, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus preussii, Tapinanthus mechowii, Tapinanthus malacophyllus, Tapinanthus longiflorus, Tapinanthus oleifolius, Tapinanthus ophiodes, Tapinanthus ogowensis, Tapinanthus pentagonia, Tapinanthus mollissimus, Tapinanthus rubro-marginatus, Tapinanthus congolense, Tapinanthus decurrens, Tapinanthus viscum, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus buvumae, Tapinanthus apodanthus, Tapinanthus buntingii, Tapinanthus coronatus, Tapinanthus farmarii, Tapinanthus letouzeyi, Tapinanthus cordifolius, Tapinanthus praetexta,

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-2441957: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
B. H. Danser (1891-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danser' in the authors string.