Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
khasiana
ID:
1334630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Ionta ex Kambale

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 876 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347084

Common Names

  • Decalepis khasiana
  • Khasi Decalepis
  • Decalepis

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Description

Decalepis khasiana (also called Decalepis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Decalepis khasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decalepis khasiana is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decalepis khasiana is a tropical plant native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Decalepis khasiana

Decalepis khasiana is native to the tropical forests of India.

Decalepis khasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepis khasiana?

Decalepis khasiana

What is the common name of Decalepis khasiana?

Khas' decalepis

Where is Decalepis khasiana native to?

India

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

Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Gretchen M. Ionta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ionta' in the authors string.
Sharad Suresh Kambale: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kambale' in the authors string.