Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mollissima
ID:
944781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 3: 401 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000944119

Common Names

  • Diplospora mollissima
  • Mollissima Diplospora
  • Diplospora Mollissima

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Description

Diplospora mollissima (also called Mollis Diplospora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in moist forests and along roadsides. It has opposite, simple leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplospora mollissima is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplospora mollissima is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing plant that grows to a height of about 20 cm and has a spread of up to 30 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rootstock is best done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Diplospora mollissima

Diplospora mollissima can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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-62553: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.