Dimorphanthera longistyla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longistyla
ID:
648537
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.F.Stevens
Source:
cmp
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Contr. Herb. Austral. 8: 27 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647869
Common Names
- Dimorphanthera longistyla
- Long-styled Dimorphanthera
- Long-styled Dimorph
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dimorphanthera longistyla (also called 'Long-styled Dimorphanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and pink flowers with a yellow center. It typically grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphanthera longistyla is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and its flowers are attractive to pollinators. It can also be used as a ground cover, as it grows quickly and spreads easily.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimorphanthera longistyla is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dimorphanthera longistyla 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 longistyla
Dimorphanthera longistyla can be found in the dry forests of South Africa.
Dimorphanthera longistyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera longistyla?
Dimorphanthera longistyla
What type of plant is Dimorphanthera longistyla?
It is a shrub
Where does Dimorphanthera longistyla grow?
It is native to 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
References
Peter F. Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Stevens' in the authors string.