Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
liebrechtsiana
ID:
836049

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835384

Common Names

  • Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana
  • Liebrechtsiana Dolichopentas
  • Liebrechtsiana's Dolichopentas

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Description

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana (also called Liebrecht's Dolichopentas, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It is a shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in wet montane forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana has white flowers with yellowish-green markings. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped capsule containing numerous small, black, angular seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana FAQ

What is the best temperature for Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana?

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana prefers temperatures between 18-25°C.

What is the best light for Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana?

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the best humidity for Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana?

Dolichopentas liebrechtsiana prefers a humidity of 50-70%.

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-372614: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.