Danais antilahimenae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Candollea 68: 169 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315080
Common Names
- Antilahimenae Danais
- Antilahimenae Danais Tree
- Antilahimenae Danais Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Danais antilahimenae (also called Antilahimena's Danais, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, spiny bush and coastal scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Danais antilahimenae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Danais antilahimenae has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Danais antilahimenae is a perennial grass that is native to Madagascar. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or early summer. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Danais antilahimenae
Danais antilahimenae can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.
Danais antilahimenae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Danais antilahimenae?
Danais antilahimenae
What is the family of Danais antilahimenae?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Danais antilahimenae?
Madagascar
Species in the Danais genus
Danais andribensis, Danais aurantiaca, Danais baronii, Danais breviflora, Danais brickavillensis, Danais capituliformis, Danais cernua, Danais comorensis, Danais coronata, Danais corymbosa, Danais dauphinensis, Danais distinctinervia, Danais fragrans, Danais hispida, Danais humblotii, Danais ligustrifolia, Danais longipedunculata, Danais magna, Danais microcarpa, Danais nigra, Danais pauciflora, Danais pubescens, Danais rhamnifolia, Danais rubra, Danais sulcata, Danais terminalis, Danais tsaratananensis, Danais verticillata, Danais vestita, Danais volubilis, Danais xanthorrhoea, Danais antilahimenae, Danais disticha, Danais laciniata, Danais masoalana, Danais rakotovaoi, Danais randrianaivoi,
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
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77130417-1: Based on the initial data import