Status:
valid
Authors:
Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 7: 126 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656821
Common Names
- Hildebrandtii Droguetia
- Droguetia hildebrandtii
- Hildebrandtii Droguetia
Description
Droguetia hildebrandtii (also called 'Hildebrandt's Droguetia', among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Droguetia hildebrandtii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Droguetia hildebrandtii are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Droguetia hildebrandtii is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Droguetia hildebrandtii
Droguetia hildebrandtii is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela.
Droguetia hildebrandtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droguetia hildebrandtii?
Droguetia hildebrandtii
What is the common name of Droguetia hildebrandtii?
Hildebrandt's droguetia
What is the natural habitat of Droguetia hildebrandtii?
Dry, open forests in China
Species in the Droguetia genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.