Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duckeana
ID:
1415108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delprete & C.H.Perss.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 119: 73 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427573

Common Names

  • Alibertia duckeana
  • Ducke's Alibertia
  • Ducke's Apeiba

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Description

Alibertia duckeana (also called Duckeana Alibertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem, with opposite leaves and small white flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Alibertia duckeana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alibertia duckeana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alibertia duckeana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to maintain healthy growth.

Where to Find Alibertia duckeana

Alibertia duckeana is native to Brazil.

Alibertia duckeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alibertia duckeana?

Alibertia duckeana

What is the family of Alibertia duckeana?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Alibertia duckeana?

Ducke's Alibertia

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

Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Claes Håkan Persson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Perss.' in the authors string.