Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
zenkeriana
ID:
446467

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Milne-Redh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 161 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445799



Common Names

  • Zenkeriana False Spirea
  • Zenkeriana False Spiraea
  • Zenkeriana Hypselodelphys


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Synonyms

  • Trachyphrynium zenkerianum K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana (also called Zenker's Hypselodelphys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hypselodelphysaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are oblong and up to 10 cm long. Its flowers are white, with a tube up to 2 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It can be used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects, and it can also be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypselodelphys zenkeriana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, grey-green leaves and small, purple flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hypselodelphys zenkeriana

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana is native to Ethiopia and can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands.

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypselodelphys zenkeriana?

Hypselodelphys zenkeriana

What is the common name of Hypselodelphys zenkeriana?

Zenker's Hypselodelphys

What is the natural habitat of Hypselodelphys zenkeriana?

Moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-249807: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Edgar Milne-Redhead (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Milne-Redh.' in the authors string.