Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 26: 422 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834870
Common Names
- Cercestis dinklagei
- Dinklagei Cercestis
- Cercestis dinklagei
Description
Cercestis dinklagei (also called 'Dinklage's Cercestis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin stems and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cercestis dinklagei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cercestis dinklagei has a flower with a bright yellow bract and white flowers. The seed is a black, round-shaped berry. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cercestis dinklagei is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the offsets. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. The offsets can be divided and replanted in the same soil mix.
Where to Find Cercestis dinklagei
Cercestis dinklagei is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Cercestis dinklagei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cercestis dinklagei?
Cercestis dinklagei
What is the common name of Cercestis dinklagei?
Dinklage's Cercestis
What is the natural habitat of Cercestis dinklagei?
Tropical rainforests of Central Africa
Species in the Cercestis genus
Cercestis afzelii,
Cercestis camerunensis,
Cercestis congensis,
Cercestis dinklagei,
Cercestis ivorensis,
Cercestis kamerunianus,
Cercestis mirabilis,
Cercestis sagittatus,
Cercestis taiensis,
Cercestis hepperi,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,