Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
deamii
ID:
920924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 53: 278 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920259

Common Names

  • Donnellyanthus Deamii
  • Deam's Donnellyanthus
  • Deam's False Foxglove

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Description

Donnellyanthus deamii (also called 'Deam's Donnellyanthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a long, thin stem and small, green, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Donnellyanthus deamii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Donnellyanthus deamii has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Donnellyanthus deamii are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Donnellyanthus deamii are small and have a single stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Donnellyanthus deamii is a shrub that is native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and can take up to two years to germinate.

Where to Find Donnellyanthus deamii

Donnellyanthus deamii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical rainforests. It is also available for purchase from nurseries and online retailers.

Species in the Donnellyanthus genus

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-465708: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.