Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
concrescens
ID:
247092

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bullock) Bridson & Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 653 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246424

Common Names

  • Multidentia concrescens
  • Multidentia crassa
  • Multidentia dichrophylla

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Synonyms

  • Multidentia verticillata Gilli [valid]
  • Pygmaeothamnus concrescens Bullock [valid]

Description

Multidentia concrescens (also called Concrescens, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 2 meters. It has bright green leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Multidentia concrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Multidentia concrescens is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Multidentia concrescens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Multidentia concrescens

Multidentia concrescens is native to India.

Multidentia concrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Multidentia concrescens?

Multidentia concrescens

What type of plant is Multidentia concrescens?

Herb

Where is Multidentia concrescens found?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-130261: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.