Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
dschallensis
ID:
469384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) M.G.Gilbert

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5: 224 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468716

Common Names

  • Phragmanthera dschallensis
  • Dschallensis Phragmanthera
  • Dschall Phragmanthera

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus dschallensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus dschallensis (Engl.) Danser [unknown]
  • Septimetula dschallensis Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Phragmanthera dschallensis (also called Dschallen's False Heather, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phragmanthera dschallensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phragmanthera dschallensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phragmanthera dschallensis is a small shrub that grows in the mountains of South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Phragmanthera dschallensis

Phragmanthera dschallensis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Phragmanthera dschallensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phragmanthera dschallensis?

Phragmanthera dschallensis

What is the common name of Phragmanthera dschallensis?

Dschallen's Phragmanthera

What is the natural habitat of Phragmanthera dschallensis?

It is native to South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina

Species in the Phragmanthera genus

Phragmanthera rufescens, Phragmanthera polycrypta, Phragmanthera glaucocarpa, Phragmanthera nigritana, Phragmanthera seretii, Phragmanthera leonensis, Phragmanthera kamerunensis, Phragmanthera zygiarum, Phragmanthera usuiensis, Phragmanthera sterculiae, Phragmanthera guerichii, Phragmanthera capitata, Phragmanthera exellii, Phragmanthera engleri, Phragmanthera dschallensis, Phragmanthera dombeyae, Phragmanthera crassicaulis, Phragmanthera cornetii, Phragmanthera cinerea, Phragmanthera brieyi, Phragmanthera baumii, Phragmanthera batangae, Phragmanthera austroarabica, Phragmanthera edouardii, Phragmanthera eminii, Phragmanthera erythraea, Phragmanthera longiflora, Phragmanthera luteovittata, Phragmanthera macrosolen, Phragmanthera proteicola, Phragmanthera raynaliana, Phragmanthera regularis, Phragmanthera sarertaensis, Phragmanthera talbotiorum, Phragmanthera vignei,

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-2536637: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.