Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
violacea
ID:
640066

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) T.Yamaz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 28: 132 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639398



Common Names

  • Deinostema violacea
  • Violet Deinostema
  • Violet-flowered Deinostema


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Description

Deinostema violacea (also called 'Tibouchina violacea', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces clusters of purple flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Deinostema violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Deinostema violacea is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deinostema violacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Deinostema violacea

Deinostema violacea can be found in the Cape Province of South Africa.

Deinostema violacea FAQ

What is the common name of Deinostema violacea?

African boxwood

What is the scientific name of African boxwood?

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What is the natural habitat of Deinostema violacea?

Dry woodlands and savannas

Species in the Deinostema genus

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801876-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].