Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) A.R.Simões & Staples
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 183: 570 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426858
Common Names
- Decalobanthus eberhardtii
- Eberhardt's Decalobanthus
- Eberhardt's Decalobanthus Grass
Description
Decalobanthus eberhardtii (also called Eberhardt's Decalobanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Decalobanthus eberhardtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Decalobanthus eberhardtii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Decalobanthus eberhardtii is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). To maintain a healthy shrub, it is recommended to prune it every year.
Where to Find Decalobanthus eberhardtii
Decalobanthus eberhardtii is native to Borneo and can be found in lowland and hill forests.
Decalobanthus eberhardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decalobanthus eberhardtii?
Decalobanthus eberhardtii
What is the common name of Decalobanthus eberhardtii?
Eberhardt's decalobanthus
Where is Decalobanthus eberhardtii found?
Decalobanthus eberhardtii is found in tropical Africa.
Species in the Decalobanthus genus
Decalobanthus sumatranus,
Decalobanthus bracteatus,
Decalobanthus boisianus,
Decalobanthus bimbim,
Decalobanthus peltatus,
Decalobanthus pacificus,
Decalobanthus korthalsianus,
Decalobanthus mammosus,
Decalobanthus pulcher,
Decalobanthus similis,
Decalobanthus borneensis,
Decalobanthus eberhardtii,
Decalobanthus elmeri,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,
References
Ana Rita Simões: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Simões' in the authors string.