Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barnimiana
ID:
654954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schweinf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Pl. Quaed. Nilot. : 36 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654286

Common Names

  • Dorstenia barnimiana
  • Barnimian Dorstenia
  • Barnimian Dorstenia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Dorstenia ophioglossoides Hochst. ex Bureau [unknown]
  • Dorstenia palmata Engl. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia telekii Schweinf. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia triternata Chiov. [unknown]
  • Kosaria barnimiana Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia barnimiana angustior Engl. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia barnimiana ophioglossoides (Hochst. ex Bureau) Engl. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia barnimiana telekii (Schweinf. ex Engl.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia palmata intregifolia Chiov. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia barnimiana barnimiana [unknown]

Description

Dorstenia barnimiana (also called Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to oblong-lanceolate. It is native to South Africa and is found in coastal bush, forest margins, and riverine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dorstenia barnimiana is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food plant and as a source of fiber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dorstenia barnimiana var. tropaeolifolia (Schweinf.) Rendle

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dorstenia barnimiana is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dorstenia barnimiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dorstenia barnimiana

Dorstenia barnimiana can be found in Brazil, growing in dry areas and open woodlands.

Dorstenia barnimiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dorstenia barnimiana?

Dorstenia barnimiana

What are the common names of Dorstenia barnimiana?

Barnim's Dorstenia

What is the growth habit of Dorstenia barnimiana?

It is a low-growing, perennial herb

Species in the Dorstenia genus

Dorstenia caatingae, Dorstenia lavrani, Dorstenia africana, Dorstenia afromontana, Dorstenia albertii, Dorstenia annua, Dorstenia appendiculata, Dorstenia arifolia, Dorstenia aristeguietae, Dorstenia astyanactis, Dorstenia bahiensis, Dorstenia barnimiana, Dorstenia barteri, Dorstenia belizensis, Dorstenia benguellensis, Dorstenia bergiana, Dorstenia bicaudata, Dorstenia bonijesu, Dorstenia bowmanniana, Dorstenia brasiliensis, Dorstenia brevipetiolata, Dorstenia brownii, Dorstenia buchananii, Dorstenia caimitensis, Dorstenia carautae, Dorstenia cayapia, Dorstenia choconiana, Dorstenia ciliata, Dorstenia colombiana, Dorstenia conceptionis, Dorstenia contensis, Dorstenia contrajerva, Dorstenia convexa, Dorstenia crenulata, Dorstenia cuspidata, Dorstenia dinklagei, Dorstenia dionga, Dorstenia djettii, Dorstenia dorstenioides, Dorstenia drakena, Dorstenia elata, Dorstenia ellenbeckiana, Dorstenia elliptica, Dorstenia embergeri, Dorstenia erythrantha, Dorstenia excentrica, Dorstenia fawcettii, Dorstenia flagellifera, Dorstenia foetida, Dorstenia gigas,

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References