Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longilabris
ID:
944100

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 11: 111 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943438



Common Names

  • Dilochia
  • Longilabris Dilochia
  • Longilabris Tree


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Description

Dilochia longilabris (also called Long-labelled Dilochia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters in height, with white flowers. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dilochia longilabris is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dilochia longilabris has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dilochia longilabris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dilochia longilabris

Dilochia longilabris is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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