Status:
valid
Authors:
(Koord.) Survesw. & R.M.K.Saunders
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1731 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749163
Common Names
- Drepananthus minahassae
- Minahassa Drepananthus
- Minahassa Drepananthus Lily
Description
Drepananthus minahassae (also called Minahassae Drepananthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Sulawesi. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Drepananthus minahassae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Drepananthus minahassae has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drepananthus minahassae is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Drepananthus minahassae
Drepananthus minahassae is native to Indonesia and can be found in the province of North Sulawesi.
Drepananthus minahassae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drepananthus minahassae?
Drepananthus minahassae
What is the common name of Drepananthus minahassae?
Minahassa Drepananthus
What is the natural habitat of Drepananthus minahassae?
Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest
Species in the Drepananthus genus
Drepananthus carinatus,
Drepananthus pahangensis,
Drepananthus pruniferus,
Drepananthus ramuliflorus,
Drepananthus acuminatus,
Drepananthus angustipetalus,
Drepananthus olivaceus,
Drepananthus petiolatus,
Drepananthus pubescens,
Drepananthus ridleyi,
Drepananthus samarensis,
Drepananthus vitiensis,
Drepananthus polycarpus,
Drepananthus cauliflorus,
Drepananthus crassipetalus,
Drepananthus deltoideus,
Drepananthus havilandii,
Drepananthus hexagynus,
Drepananthus kingii,
Drepananthus lucidus,
Drepananthus minahassae,
Drepananthus obtusifolius,
Drepananthus biovulatus,
Drepananthus magnificus,
Drepananthus filiformis,
Drepananthus novoguineensis,
Drepananthus apoensis,
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,