Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
malagasicus
ID:
653334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Fagerl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 29A(7): 14 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652666

Common Names

  • Ditepalanthus malagasicus
  • Malagasicus Ditepalanthus
  • Ditepalanthus

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Synonyms

  • Rhopalocnemis malagasica Jum. & H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Ditepalanthus malagasicus (also called ‘Malagasy Ditepalanthus’, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in wet, shady areas, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Ditepalanthus malagasicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ditepalanthus malagasicus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ditepalanthus malagasicus is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is best grown in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Ditepalanthus malagasicus

Ditepalanthus malagasicus is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforest.

Ditepalanthus malagasicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ditepalanthus malagasicus?

Ditepalanthus malagasicus

What is the family of Ditepalanthus malagasicus?

Acanthaceae

What is the native range of Ditepalanthus malagasicus?

Madagascar

Species in the Ditepalanthus genus

Species in the Balanophoraceae family

Balanophora abbreviata, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora elongata, Balanophora fargesii, Balanophora fungosa, Balanophora harlandii, Balanophora involucrata, Balanophora japonica, Balanophora latisepala, Balanophora laxiflora, Balanophora lowii, Balanophora nipponica, Balanophora papuana, Balanophora polyandra, Balanophora reflexa, Balanophora subcupularis, Balanophora tobiracola, Balanophora wilderi, Balanophora yakushimensis, Balanophora coralliformis, Chlamydophytum aphyllum, Corynaea crassa, Dactylanthus taylorii, Ditepalanthus afzelii, Ditepalanthus malagasicus, Hachettea austrocaledonica, Helosis cayennensis, Helosis ruficeps, Helosis antillensis, Langsdorffia papuana, Langsdorffia hypogaea, Langsdorffia heterotepala, Langsdorffia malagasica, Lathrophytum peckoltii, Lophophytum rizzoi, Lophophytum weddellii, Lophophytum mirabile, Lophophytum pyramidale, Mystropetalon thomii, Ombrophytum peruvianum, Ombrophytum subterraneum, Ombrophytum violaceum, Ombrophytum microlepis, Ombrophytum guayanense, Rhopalocnemis phalloides, Sarcophyte sanguinea, Sarcophyte piriei, Scybalium jamaicense, Scybalium depressum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773525: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Folke Fagerlind (1907-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fagerl.' in the authors string.