Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dinklagei
ID:
835535

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86541-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.