Description
Drypetes arcuatinervia (also called Arcuate-nerved Drypetes, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and long, slender leaves that are covered with glandular hairs. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet meadows, marshes, and bogs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Drypetes arcuatinervia has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drypetes arcuatinervia is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Drypetes arcuatinervia
Drypetes arcuatinervia can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.