Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
dasybotrys
ID:
640004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg ex Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 165: 685 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639336

Common Names

  • Deinbollia dasybotrys
  • Dasybotrys Deinbollia
  • Deinbollia Dasybotrys

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Description

Deinbollia dasybotrys (also called Woolly False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Deinbollia dasybotrys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Deinbollia dasybotrys is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deinbollia dasybotrys can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.

Where to Find Deinbollia dasybotrys

Deinbollia dasybotrys is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is found in lowland rainforest and montane forest.

Deinbollia dasybotrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deinbollia dasybotrys?

Deinbollia dasybotrys

What is the common name of Deinbollia dasybotrys?

Woolly-leaved Pineapple Lily

What is the natural habitat of Deinbollia dasybotrys?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Deinbollia genus

Deinbollia acuminata, Deinbollia angustifolia, Deinbollia boinensis, Deinbollia borbonica, Deinbollia calophylla, Deinbollia cauliflora, Deinbollia crassipes, Deinbollia cuneifolia, Deinbollia dasybotrys, Deinbollia evrardii, Deinbollia fanshawei, Deinbollia fulvotomentella, Deinbollia gossweileri, Deinbollia grandifolia, Deinbollia hierniana, Deinbollia insignis, Deinbollia kilimandscharica, Deinbollia laurentii, Deinbollia laurifolia, Deinbollia longiacuminata, Deinbollia macrantha, Deinbollia macrocarpa, Deinbollia macroura, Deinbollia maxima, Deinbollia mezilii, Deinbollia neglecta, Deinbollia nyasica, Deinbollia oblongifolia, Deinbollia pervillei, Deinbollia pinnata, Deinbollia pycnophylla, Deinbollia pynaertii, Deinbollia rambaensis, Deinbollia reticulata, Deinbollia revoluta, Deinbollia saligna, Deinbollia unijuga, Deinbollia xanthocarpa, Deinbollia oreophila,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2759023: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.