Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
dictyophleba
ID:
533200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 41: 262 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532532

Common Names

  • Dictyophlebous Amylotheca
  • Amylotheca Dictyophleba
  • Amylotheca dictyophleba

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus canalensis S.Moore [unknown]
  • Loranthus comptonii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Loranthus beauverdianus F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Loranthus francii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Loranthus oliganthus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Lysiana banksiana (Guillaumin) Danser [unknown]
  • Aciella balansae Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella deplanchei Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella dictyophleba Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella lanceolata Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella lifuensis Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella pancheri Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella pyramidata Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella rubra Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Aciella tenuifolia Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Amyema francii Danser [unknown]
  • Amyema oligantha Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca balansae Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca banksiana (Guill.) Barlow [unknown]
  • Amylotheca canalensis (S.Moore) Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca comptonii (S.Moore) Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca francii (Schltr.) Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca lanceolata Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca lifuensis Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca pyramidata Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca rubra Danser [unknown]
  • Amylotheca tenuifolia Danser [unknown]
  • Elytranthe balansae Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe banksiana Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Elytranthe deplanchei Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe dictyophleba Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe lanceolata Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe lifuensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe pancheri Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe pyramidata Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe rubra Engl. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe tenuifolia Engl. [unknown]
  • Loranthus dictyophlebus F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Amylotheca dictyophleba (also called 'Fernleaf Amylotheca', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in tropical and subtropical Asia and Australia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, fern-like leaves and small, white flowers. This species is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Amylotheca dictyophleba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amylotheca dictyophleba is a small white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amylotheca dictyophleba is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Amylotheca dictyophleba

Amylotheca dictyophleba is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Amylotheca dictyophleba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amylotheca dictyophleba?

Amylotheca dictyophleba

What is the common name of Amylotheca dictyophleba?

Netted Amylotheca

What is the distribution of Amylotheca dictyophleba?

Eastern Australia

Species in the Loranthaceae family

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