Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavaco
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 4: 28 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639063
Common Names
- Decarydendron lamii
- Lamii Decarydendron
- Lam's Decarydendron
Description
Decarydendron lamii (also called Lam's Decarydendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub growing up to 2 m tall, with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in dry and moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Decarydendron lamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Decarydendron lamii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Decarydendron lamii is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Decarydendron lamii
Decarydendron lamii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Decarydendron lamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decarydendron lamii?
Decarydendron lamii
What is the common name of Decarydendron lamii?
Lam's Decarydendron
What is the natural habitat of Decarydendron lamii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Decarydendron genus
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,