Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
kwangsiense
ID:
653911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tsiang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Sin. 15: 137 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653243

Common Names

  • Kwangsiense Dolichopetalum
  • Kwangsiense False Bindweed
  • Kwangsiense Bindweed

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Description

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense (also called 'Kwangsi Dolichopetalum', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to China. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky areas and on coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dolichopetalum kwangsiense is a small, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded position until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dolichopetalum kwangsiense

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense is native to China and is found in dry, open woodlands.

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichopetalum kwangsiense?

Dolichopetalum kwangsiense

What type of plant is Dolichopetalum kwangsiense?

Herb

Where is Dolichopetalum kwangsiense native to?

China

Species in the Dolichopetalum genus

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-2774192: Based on the initial data import
Ying Tsiang (1898-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsiang' in the authors string.