Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
749846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Hechem & C.Ezcurra

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 646 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749179

Common Names

  • Diplolepis pachyphylla
  • Pale-leaf Rosebud
  • Paleleaf Rosebud

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Description

Diplolepis pachyphylla (also called 'Thick-leaved Diplolepis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplolepis pachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplolepis pachyphylla has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplolepis pachyphylla is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Diplolepis pachyphylla

Diplolepis pachyphylla is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.

Diplolepis pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplolepis pachyphylla?

Diplolepis pachyphylla

What is the common name of Diplolepis pachyphylla?

Thick-leaved Diplolepis

What is the family of Diplolepis pachyphylla?

Rosaceae

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

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Cecilia Ezcurra (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ezcurra' in the authors string.
Viviana Hechem: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hechem' in the authors string.