Status:
valid
Authors:
Feuillet
Source:
cmp
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 4: 56 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745728
Common Names
- Dilkea clarkei
- Clarkei Dilkea
- Clarke's Dilkea
Description
Dilkea clarkei (also called Clarke's Dilkea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dilkea clarkei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dilkea clarkei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dilkea clarkei is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Dilkea clarkei
Dilkea clarkei is native to Mexico and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Dilkea clarkei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dilkea clarkei?
Dilkea clarkei
What are the common names of Dilkea clarkei?
Clarkei
What is the natural habitat of Dilkea clarkei?
It is found in moist tropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America
Species in the Dilkea genus
Dilkea acuminata,
Dilkea margaritae,
Dilkea retusa,
Dilkea granvillei,
Dilkea exilis,
Dilkea clarkei,
Dilkea vanessae,
Dilkea tillettii,
Dilkea cuneata,
Dilkea ovalis,
Dilkea lecta,
Dilkea hebes,
Dilkea nitens,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis,
Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,