Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
purpusii
ID:
638778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 4: 89 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638110



Common Names

  • Daphnopsis purpusii
  • Purpusii Daphnopsis
  • Purpusii's Daphnopsis


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Synonyms

  • Daphnopsis decidua Domke [unknown]
  • Daphnopsis purpusii ehrenbergii Domke [unknown]

Description

Daphnopsis purpusii (also called Purpusii Daphnopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Daphnopsis purpusii can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphnopsis purpusii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphnopsis purpusii can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds per section. These sections should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Daphnopsis purpusii

Daphnopsis purpusii can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Daphnopsis purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphnopsis purpusii?

Daphnopsis purpusii

What is the natural habitat of Daphnopsis purpusii?

Daphnopsis purpusii is found in humid forests in Central America.

What are the growth requirements of Daphnopsis purpusii?

Daphnopsis purpusii prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Daphnopsis genus

Daphnopsis alainii, Daphnopsis alpestris, Daphnopsis americana, Daphnopsis angustifolia, Daphnopsis anomala, Daphnopsis bissei, Daphnopsis boliviana, Daphnopsis brasiliensis, Daphnopsis brevifolia, Daphnopsis calcicola, Daphnopsis caracasana, Daphnopsis coriacea, Daphnopsis correae, Daphnopsis costaricensis, Daphnopsis crassifolia, Daphnopsis crispotomentosa, Daphnopsis cuneata, Daphnopsis dircoides, Daphnopsis ekmanii, Daphnopsis equatorialis, Daphnopsis espinosae, Daphnopsis fasciculata, Daphnopsis ficina, Daphnopsis filipedunculata, Daphnopsis flavida, Daphnopsis folsomii, Daphnopsis gemmiflora, Daphnopsis grandis, Daphnopsis granitica, Daphnopsis granvillei, Daphnopsis guacacoa, Daphnopsis guaiquinimae, Daphnopsis hammelii, Daphnopsis helleriana, Daphnopsis hispaniolica, Daphnopsis lagunae, Daphnopsis liebmannii, Daphnopsis longipedunculata, Daphnopsis macrocarpa, Daphnopsis macrophylla, Daphnopsis malacophylla, Daphnopsis martii, Daphnopsis megacarpa, Daphnopsis mexiae, Daphnopsis mollis, Daphnopsis monocephala, Daphnopsis morii, Daphnopsis nevlingiana, Daphnopsis nevlingii, Daphnopsis oblongifolia,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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