Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
650807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barlow

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 14: 488 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650139

Common Names

  • Tomentosa Diplatia
  • Tomentosa Foamflower
  • Tomentosa False Foxglove

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Description

Diplatia tomentosa (also called Woolly Diplatia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with bright yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils. It can be found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diplatia tomentosa is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplatia tomentosa is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplatia tomentosa is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Diplatia tomentosa

Diplatia tomentosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Diplatia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplatia tomentosa?

Diplatia tomentosa

What is the common name of Diplatia tomentosa?

Tomentosa Diplatia

What is the natural habitat of Diplatia tomentosa?

Tropical deciduous forest

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,

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