Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 12: 151 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647813
Common Names
- Dimorphanthera anchorifera
- Anchor-bearing Dimorphanthera
- Anchor-bearing Dimorphanthera Bush
Synonyms
- Dimorphanthera brassii Sleumer [valid]
- Dimorphanthera clemensiae Sleumer [valid]
Description
Dimorphanthera anchorifera (also called 'Anchor 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 anchorifera 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 anchorifera 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 anchorifera is a large evergreen tree, growing up to 30m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination, which can take up to two months. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into larger pots and grown in a sunny position.
Where to Find Dimorphanthera anchorifera
Dimorphanthera anchorifera can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Dimorphanthera anchorifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera anchorifera?
Dimorphanthera anchorifera
What is the common name of Dimorphanthera anchorifera?
White Dimorphanthera
What is the natural habitat of Dimorphanthera anchorifera?
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