Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
celebica
ID:
639619

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758570: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Bryan Alwyn Barlow (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barlow' in the authors string.