Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ehrenbergii
ID:
942519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 8: 161 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941857

Common Names

  • Deppea Ehrenbergii
  • Ehrenbergii Deppea
  • Deppea

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Description

Deppea ehrenbergii (also called 'Ehrenberg's Deppea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It has glossy green leaves and small purple flowers. It is found in moist deciduous and evergreen forests, as well as grasslands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Deppea ehrenbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Deppea ehrenbergii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deppea ehrenbergii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Central America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 10 cm. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Deppea ehrenbergii

Deppea ehrenbergii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

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