Deckenia nobilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wendl. ex Seem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1870: 561 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000938052
Common Names
- Deckenia nobilis
- Noble Deckenia
- Crown of Thorns
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deckenia nobilis (also called Noble Deckenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Africa, where it is found in the tropical rainforests of Angola, Cameroon, and Gabon. It is a shrub with large, oval leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Deckenia nobilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Deckenia nobilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seedpods. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Deckenia nobilis is a low-growing, spreading shrub with small, white flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Deckenia nobilis
Deckenia nobilis is native to the Indian Ocean and can be found in tropical forests.
Species in the Deckenia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-56720: Based on the initial data import
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.