Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
didymocarpa
ID:
379855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 35: 30 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379187

Common Names

  • Acranthera Didymocarpa
  • Two-Fruit Acranthera
  • Two-Fruit Acranthera Tree

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Synonyms

  • Gardenia didymocarpus Ridl. [valid]

Description

Acranthera didymocarpa (also called Didymocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist forests and along streams. It is a small shrub, reaching heights of up to 3 meters, with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera didymocarpa is a popular ornamental plant for gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acranthera didymocarpa has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera didymocarpa is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Acranthera didymocarpa

Acranthera didymocarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

Acranthera didymocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera didymocarpa?

Acranthera didymocarpa

What is the common name of Acranthera didymocarpa?

Didymocarpa Acranthera

What type of plant is Acranthera didymocarpa?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2379: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.