Status:
valid
Authors:
Feuillet
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 2: 2 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749178
Common Names
- Dilkea Hebes
- Hebes Dilkea
- Hebes
Description
Dilkea hebes (also called 'Dwarf Dilkea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dilkea hebes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dilkea hebes has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dilkea hebes is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Dilkea hebes
Dilkea hebes is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.
Dilkea hebes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dilkea hebes?
Dilkea hebes
What is the common name of Dilkea hebes?
Hebe's Dilkea
What is the family of Dilkea hebes?
Asteraceae
Species in the Dilkea genus
Dilkea acuminata,
Dilkea margaritae,
Dilkea retusa,
Dilkea granvillei,
Dilkea exilis,
Dilkea clarkei,
Dilkea vanessae,
Dilkea tillettii,
Dilkea cuneata,
Dilkea ovalis,
Dilkea lecta,
Dilkea hebes,
Dilkea nitens,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis,
Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,