Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
buchholzii
ID:
646876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 273 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646208



Common Names

  • Buchholz's Dicranolepis
  • Dicranolepis buchholzii
  • Buchholz's Snakeherb


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Synonyms

  • Dicranolepis batesii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis disticha parviflora Engl. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis humillima Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis mildbraedii Gilgin [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis oligantha Gilg [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis parviflora H.Pearson [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis thonneri De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]

Description

Dicranolepis buchholzii (also called Buchholzii Dicranolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Angola. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranolepis buchholzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranolepis buchholzii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranolepis buchholzii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and is suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Dicranolepis buchholzii

Dicranolepis buchholzii can be found in tropical Africa.

Dicranolepis buchholzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranolepis buchholzii?

Dicranolepis buchholzii

What is the natural habitat of Dicranolepis buchholzii?

Dicranolepis buchholzii is native to Central and South America.

What is the average height of Dicranolepis buchholzii?

Dicranolepis buchholzii can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2766883: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.