Status:
valid
Authors:
P.F.Stevens
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 58: 437 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647803
Common Names
- Dimorphanthera albida
- Whitish Dimorphanthera
- Whitish Dimorphanthera Bush
Description
Dimorphanthera albida (also called 'White Dimorphanthera', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 metre tall and has white flowers. It is usually found in open woodland and heathland.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphanthera albida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used to make perfumes and other fragrances.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimorphanthera albida is white, with a yellow center, and is about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimorphanthera albida is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The shrub prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dimorphanthera albida
Dimorphanthera albida can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Dimorphanthera albida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera albida?
Dimorphanthera albida
What is the common name of Dimorphanthera albida?
White Dimorphanthera
What is the natural habitat of Dimorphanthera albida?
Tropical and subtropical forests of South America
Species in the Dimorphanthera genus
Dimorphanthera alba,
Dimorphanthera albida,
Dimorphanthera albiflora,
Dimorphanthera alpina,
Dimorphanthera alpivaga,
Dimorphanthera amblyornidis,
Dimorphanthera amoena,
Dimorphanthera amplifolia,
Dimorphanthera anchorifera,
Dimorphanthera angiliensis,
Dimorphanthera anomala,
Dimorphanthera antennifera,
Dimorphanthera apoana,
Dimorphanthera beccariana,
Dimorphanthera brachyantha,
Dimorphanthera bracteata,
Dimorphanthera breviflos,
Dimorphanthera brevipes,
Dimorphanthera calodon,
Dimorphanthera collinsii,
Dimorphanthera continua,
Dimorphanthera cornuta,
Dimorphanthera crassifolia,
Dimorphanthera cratericola,
Dimorphanthera darmandvillei,
Dimorphanthera dekockii,
Dimorphanthera denticulifera,
Dimorphanthera doctersii,
Dimorphanthera dryophila,
Dimorphanthera elegantissima,
Dimorphanthera eymae,
Dimorphanthera forbesii,
Dimorphanthera glauca,
Dimorphanthera gracilis,
Dimorphanthera hirsutiflora,
Dimorphanthera ingens,
Dimorphanthera inopinata,
Dimorphanthera intermedia,
Dimorphanthera kalkmanii,
Dimorphanthera kempteriana,
Dimorphanthera keysseri,
Dimorphanthera lancifolia,
Dimorphanthera latifolia,
Dimorphanthera leucostoma,
Dimorphanthera longifolia,
Dimorphanthera longistyla,
Dimorphanthera macbainii,
Dimorphanthera macleaniifolia,
Dimorphanthera magnifica,
Dimorphanthera megacalyx,
Species in the Ericaceae family