Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Schum.) Barlow
Source:
cmp
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 14: 434 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638959
Common Names
- Decaisnina hollrungii
- Hollrung's Decaisnina
- Hollrung's Decaisnina
Synonyms
- Loranthus hollrungii K.Schum. [unknown]
- Loranthus oxycladus K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]
- Loranthus versteegii Lauterb. [unknown]
- Amylotheca angustifolia Tiegh. [unknown]
- Amylotheca hollrungii Tiegh. [unknown]
- Amylotheca longifolia Danser [unknown]
- Amylotheca salomonia Danser [unknown]
- Amylotheca schlechteri Danser [unknown]
- Amylotheca versteegii Danser [unknown]
- Elytranthe hollrungii Engl. [unknown]
- Elytranthe leucantha K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe longifolia K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe macropoda K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe neurophylla K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe pallidiflora K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe peekelii K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe schlechteri K.Krause [unknown]
- Elytranthe versteegii K.Krause [unknown]
Description
Decaisnina hollrungii (also called Hollrung’s Decaisnina, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Caledonia. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has narrow, elliptic leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas in the understory of rainforest and is widespread in New Caledonia.
Uses & Benefits
Decaisnina hollrungii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low foot traffic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Decaisnina hollrungii is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Decaisnina hollrungii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Decaisnina hollrungii
Decaisnina hollrungii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Decaisnina hollrungii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decaisnina hollrungii?
Decaisnina hollrungii
What is the family of Decaisnina hollrungii?
Lardizabalaceae
Where does Decaisnina hollrungii 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,