Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hemsl.) Barlow
Source:
cmp
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Blumea 38: 80 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638951
Common Names
- Decaisnina celebica
- Celebic Decaisnina
- Celebic Decaisnina
Synonyms
- Amylotheca celebica Danser [unknown]
- Loranthus celebicus Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Decaisnina celebica (also called Celebes Decaisnina, among many other common names) is a shrub species found in the tropical rainforests of Asia. It has a woody stem with alternate, ovate leaves. The flowers are small and white with yellow centers. It is found in humid, tropical climates and grows in the understory of the rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Decaisnina celebica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It has a unique, yellow-green foliage that is attractive and can be used to add texture and color to any garden. It is also used as a windbreak and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Decaisnina celebica has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and fragile.
Cultivation and Propagation
Decaisnina celebica is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Decaisnina celebica
Decaisnina celebica can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Decaisnina celebica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decaisnina celebica?
Decaisnina celebica
What is the family of Decaisnina celebica?
Lardizabalaceae
Where does Decaisnina celebica grow?
It is native to China.
Species in the Decaisnina genus
Decaisnina aherniana,
Decaisnina amplexicaulis,
Decaisnina angustata,
Decaisnina biangulata,
Decaisnina brittenii,
Decaisnina celebica,
Decaisnina confertiflora,
Decaisnina congesta,
Decaisnina crassilimba,
Decaisnina cumingii,
Decaisnina djamuensis,
Decaisnina forsteriana,
Decaisnina hollrungii,
Decaisnina longipes,
Decaisnina micranthes,
Decaisnina miniata,
Decaisnina ovatifolia,
Decaisnina pedicellata,
Decaisnina revoluta,
Decaisnina signata,
Decaisnina stenopetala,
Decaisnina sumbawensis,
Decaisnina triflora,
Decaisnina viridis,
Decaisnina zollingeri,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,