Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
944104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) S.Thomas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 401 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943442



Common Names

  • Dilochia Subsessilis
  • Subsessile Dilochia
  • Subsessile-flowered Dilochia


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Description

Dilochia subsessilis (also called Subsessile 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis

Dilochia subsessilis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-61855: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Sarah Thomas (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Thomas' in the authors string.