Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridiflora
ID:
658232

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Mildbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot. 2: 59 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657564



Common Names

  • Duboscia viridiflora
  • Green-flowered Duboscia
  • Duboscia Viridiflora


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Synonyms

  • Diplanthemum viridiflorum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Duboscia acuminata A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Duboscia viridiflora (also called Green-flowered Duboscia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, with small, ovate leaves and small green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Duboscia viridiflora is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens. It has a high resistance to drought and can be used as a hedge or screen. The plant has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Duboscia viridiflora has greenish-yellow flowers with yellow centers and red anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duboscia viridiflora is a slow-growing tree that prefers a warm, humid climate and moist soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Duboscia viridiflora

Duboscia viridiflora is native to tropical Africa.

Duboscia viridiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duboscia viridiflora?

Duboscia viridiflora

What is the family of Duboscia viridiflora?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Duboscia viridiflora?

Viridiflora

Species in the Duboscia genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2778808: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.