Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
lageniformis
ID:
639933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gómez-Laur. & N.Zamora

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8(2): 141. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639265

Common Names

  • Deherainia lageniformis
  • Lageniformis Deherainia
  • Deherainia Lageniformis

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Description

Deherainia lageniformis (also called 'Coralberry' and 'Coralbeads', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Indonesia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Deherainia lageniformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Deherainia lageniformis are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deherainia lageniformis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Deherainia lageniformis

Deherainia lageniformis can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Deherainia lageniformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deherainia lageniformis?

Deherainia lageniformis

What type of plant is Deherainia lageniformis?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Deherainia lageniformis grow?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758953: Based on the initial data import
Nelson A. Zamora (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Zamora' in the authors string.
Jorge Gómez-Laurito (1959-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez-Laur.' in the authors string.