Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bilocularis
ID:
944759

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) M.Gangop. & Chakrab.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 13: 88 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000944097

Common Names

  • Diplospora Bilocularis
  • Bilocularis Moss
  • Bilocularis Diplospora

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Description

Diplospora bilocularis (also called Bilocular Diplospora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to India and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Diplospora bilocularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals and humans.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diplospora bilocularis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are short and slender with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplospora bilocularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Diplospora bilocularis

Diplospora bilocularis can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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-62533: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Tapas Chakrabarty (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chakrab.' in the authors string.
Mohan Gangopadhyay (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gangop.' in the authors string.