Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hymenostephana
ID:
810428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jaub. & Spach) M.Backlund & Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 324 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809762

Common Names

  • Hymenostephana Plocama
  • Hymenostephana Plocama Plant
  • Hymenostephana Plocama Plant

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Description

Plocama hymenostephana (also called Plocama, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a woody base, native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, such as limestone hills and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Plocama hymenostephana has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plocama hymenostephana is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocama hymenostephana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Plocama hymenostephana

Plocama hymenostephana can be found in the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Plocama hymenostephana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plocama hymenostephana?

Plocama hymenostephana

What are the common names of Plocama hymenostephana?

Common names of Plocama hymenostephana include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree.

What is the natural habitat of Plocama hymenostephana?

Plocama hymenostephana is native to tropical Africa, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.

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-347978: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
Maria Backlund (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Backlund' in the authors string.