Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
decaryana
ID:
837076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Homolle ex Verdc.) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836411

Common Names

  • Phyllopentas decaryana
  • Decaryana Phyllopentas
  • Decaryana Leafcup

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Description

Phyllopentas decaryana (also called Decary's Phyllopentas, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Rubiaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllopentas decaryana is used medicinally to treat fever, stomach ache, and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllopentas decaryana has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllopentas decaryana is a tropical shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a potting mix and keep it moist until it takes root.

Where to Find Phyllopentas decaryana

Phyllopentas decaryana is native to Madagascar and can be found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the country.

Phyllopentas decaryana FAQ

What is the common name of Phyllopentas decaryana?

Decary's leaf flower

What is the natural habitat of Phyllopentas decaryana?

Tropical forests of Central and West Africa

What is the scientific classification of Phyllopentas decaryana?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Malpighiales, Family: Phyllanthaceae, Genus: Phyllopentas, Species: P. decaryana

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-373693: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Anne-Marie Homolle (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Homolle' 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.