Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
836047

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835382

Common Names

  • Dolichopentas longiflora
  • Longiflora Dolichopentas
  • Longiflora's Dolichopentas

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Description

Dolichopentas longiflora (also called Long-flowered 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 longiflora 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 longiflora 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 longiflora 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 longiflora

Dolichopentas longiflora is found in Colombia

Dolichopentas longiflora FAQ

What is the best temperature for Dolichopentas longiflora?

Dolichopentas longiflora prefers temperatures between 18-25°C.

What is the best light for Dolichopentas longiflora?

Dolichopentas longiflora prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the best humidity for Dolichopentas longiflora?

Dolichopentas longiflora 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-372612: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' 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.