Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 7: 87 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647822
Common Names
- Dimorphanthera moorhousiana
- Moorhouse's Fairy Bells
- Moorhouse's Mountain Bells
Description
Dimorphanthera brachyantha (also called 'Short-flowered 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 brachyantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimorphanthera brachyantha 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 brachyantha is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. 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 semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Dimorphanthera brachyantha
Dimorphanthera brachyantha can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Dimorphanthera brachyantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera brachyantha?
Dimorphanthera brachyantha
What is the common name of Dimorphanthera brachyantha?
White Dimorphanthera
What is the natural habitat of Dimorphanthera brachyantha?
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