Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
magnificus
ID:
749859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Survesw. & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
cmp

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1731 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749192

Common Names

  • Drepananthus magnificus
  • Magnificent Drepananthus
  • Magnificent Drepananth

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Description

Drepananthus magnificus (also called 'Magnificent Drepananthus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 2-4 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Drepananthus magnificus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Drepananthus magnificus is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drepananthus magnificus is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Drepananthus magnificus requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Drepananthus magnificus

Drepananthus magnificus can be found in Madagascar.

Drepananthus magnificus FAQ

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Asclepiadaceae

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
Siddharthan Surveswaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Survesw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109500-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.