Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
longialata
ID:
507682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nied.) W.R.Anderson & C.Davis

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 10 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507014

Common Names

  • Diplopterys longialata
  • Longialata Diplopterys
  • Diplopterys Longialata

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Synonyms

  • Banisteria bopiana Rusby [unknown]
  • Banisteria longialata Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria rusbyana Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis longialata (Nied.) B.Gates [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis rusbyana (Nied.) C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Heteropterys bopiana Nied. [unknown]

Description

Diplopterys longialata (also called Long-spiked Diplopterys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterys longialata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Diplopterys longialata flower is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterys longialata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and sown immediately. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Diplopterys longialata

Diplopterys longialata can be found in tropical rainforests in South America.

Diplopterys longialata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterys longialata?

Diplopterys longialata

What is the common name of Diplopterys longialata?

Longialata

What is the natural habitat of Diplopterys longialata?

Grassy and rocky areas

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604188: Based on the initial data import
Franz Josef Niedenzu (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nied.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
Charles Cavender Davis (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Davis' in the authors string.