Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
iplants
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 5, 6(1): 55 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779208
Common Names
- Phylloctenium decaryanum
- Decary's Phylloctenium
- Decary's Phylloctenium
Description
Phylloctenium decaryanum (also called Decary's Phylloctenium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phylloctenium decaryanum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It is also a popular ornamental plant, with its fragrant white flowers and its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phylloctenium decaryanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phylloctenium decaryanum is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Phylloctenium decaryanum
Phylloctenium decaryanum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Phylloctenium decaryanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phylloctenium decaryanum?
Phylloctenium decaryanum
What is the family of Phylloctenium decaryanum?
Asteraceae
Where is Phylloctenium decaryanum found?
Madagascar
Species in the Phylloctenium genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110359-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].