Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
subericarpa
ID:
643126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bocq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 7: 51 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642458



Common Names

  • Desplatsia subericarpa
  • Subericarpa Desplatsia
  • Subericarpa Thread Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Grewiella globosa (De Wild. & T.Durand) T.Durand & H.Durand [unknown]
  • Grewiopsis globosa De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]

Description

Desplatsia subericarpa (also called Corky-fruited Desplatsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with elliptic-lanceolate leaves, up to 6 cm long. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia, and south to Angola and Mozambique, growing in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Desplatsia subericarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desplatsia subericarpa is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desplatsia subericarpa is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Desplatsia subericarpa

Desplatsia subericarpa is native to South America and can be found growing in the wild in the humid and wet areas of the region.

Desplatsia subericarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desplatsia subericarpa?

Desplatsia subericarpa

What is the common name of Desplatsia subericarpa?

Corky-fruited tick-trefoil

What is the natural habitat of Desplatsia subericarpa?

Desplatsia subericarpa is found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, including India, Africa, and the Americas.

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