Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
christenhuszii
ID:
1322632

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.W.Chase & M.F.Fay

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 81: 46 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335086

Common Names

  • Dorstenia christenhuszii
  • Christenhuszii Dorstenia
  • Dorstenia's Christenhuszii

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Description

Dorstenia christenhuszii (also called 'Christenhusz's Dorstenia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Moraceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in moist forests and grassy slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or pink, and have four petals and four sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Dorstenia christenhuszii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dorstenia christenhuszii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, curved stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dorstenia christenhuszii is a tropical plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and placed in a moist soil mixture. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they form roots.

Where to Find Dorstenia christenhuszii

Dorstenia christenhuszii can be found in Ethiopia.

Dorstenia christenhuszii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dorstenia christenhuszii?

Dorstenia christenhuszii

What is the natural habitat of Dorstenia christenhuszii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the blooming period of Dorstenia christenhuszii?

Late spring to early summer

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

Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Michael F. Fay (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Fay' in the authors string.