Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusiflora
ID:
942541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 349 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941879

Common Names

  • Deppea obtusiflora
  • Blunt-flowered Deppea
  • Blunt-flowered Deppea Tree

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Description

Deppea obtusiflora (also called Obtuse-flowered deppea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Sierra Madre del Sur region of Guerrero, Mexico, and is found in tropical deciduous and evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Deppea obtusiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, as well as for its ability to reduce fever and treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Deppea obtusiflora is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deppea obtusiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer months.

Where to Find Deppea obtusiflora

Deppea obtusiflora 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-60310: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.