Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
boranense
ID:
507675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bidgood & Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 239 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507007

Common Names

  • Diplolophium boranense
  • Boranense Diplolophium
  • Diplolophium Boranense

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Description

Diplolophium boranense (also called Borana Diplolophium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplolophium boranense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Diplolophium boranense flower is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplolophium boranense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and sown immediately. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Diplolophium boranense

Diplolophium boranense is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Diplolophium boranense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplolophium boranense?

Diplolophium boranense

What is the common name of Diplolophium boranense?

Boranense

What is the natural habitat of Diplolophium boranense?

Grassy and rocky areas

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604181: Based on the initial data import
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Sally Bidgood (1948-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bidgood' in the authors string.