Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
arayalpathra
ID:
639652

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Joseph & V.Chandras.) Venter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 712 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638984

Common Names

  • Decalepis arayalpathra
  • Arayalpathra Decalepis
  • Arayalpathra's Decalepis

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Synonyms

  • Janakia arayalpathra J.Joseph & V.Chandras. [unknown]

Description

Decalepis arayalpathra (also called Arayalpathra decalepis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to India. It has small, ovate leaves with a wavy margin and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Decalepis arayalpathra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low foot traffic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decalepis arayalpathra is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decalepis arayalpathra can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Decalepis arayalpathra

Decalepis arayalpathra can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Decalepis arayalpathra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepis arayalpathra?

Decalepis arayalpathra

What is the common name of Decalepis arayalpathra?

Arayalpathra Decalepis

What is the natural habitat of Decalepis arayalpathra?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758601: Based on the initial data import
Veerichetty Chandrasekaran (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Chandras.' in the authors string.
J. Joseph (1928-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Joseph' in the authors string.
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.