Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
hamiltonii
ID:
639653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 64 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638985

Common Names

  • Decalepis hamiltonii
  • Hamiltonii Decalepis
  • Hamilton's Decalepis

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Synonyms

  • Apocynum reticulatum Herb.Madras ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Streptocaulon hamiltonii Wight [unknown]

Description

Decalepis hamiltonii (also called Hamilton's 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 hamiltonii 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 hamiltonii 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 hamiltonii 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 hamiltonii

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

Decalepis hamiltonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepis hamiltonii?

Decalepis hamiltonii

What is the common name of Decalepis hamiltonii?

Hamilton's Decalepis

What is the natural habitat of Decalepis hamiltonii?

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-2758602: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.