Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
populifolia
ID:
507691

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 13 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507023

Common Names

  • Diplopterys populifolia
  • Popular Diplopterys
  • Popular Leafcup

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Synonyms

  • Banisteria leiocarpa populifolia Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria populifolia Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis populifolia (Nied.) B.Gates [unknown]

Description

Diplopterys populifolia (also called Poplar-leaved Diplopterys, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree up to 5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands. It has small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip and a hairy underside.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterys populifolia 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

Diplopterys populifolia has small white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterys populifolia 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 populifolia

Diplopterys populifolia is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Diplopterys populifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterys populifolia?

Diplopterys populifolia

What is the common name of Diplopterys populifolia?

Populifolia

What is the natural habitat of Diplopterys populifolia?

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-2604196: 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.