Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pellegr.) W.T.Wang & Z.Y.Li
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 30: 357 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639399
Common Names
- Deinostigma poilanei
- Poilane's Deinostigma
- Poilane's Deinostigma
Synonyms
- Hemiboea poilanei Pellegr. [unknown]
Description
Deinostigma poilanei (also called 'Tibouchina poilanei', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces clusters of pink flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Deinostigma poilanei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deinostigma poilanei is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deinostigma poilanei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Deinostigma poilanei
Deinostigma poilanei can be found in the Cape Province of South Africa.
Deinostigma poilanei FAQ
What is the common name of Deinostigma poilanei?
African boxwood
What is the scientific name of African boxwood?
Deinostigma poilanei
What is the natural habitat of Deinostigma poilanei?
Dry woodlands and savannas
Species in the Deinostigma genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Li Zhenying: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Li' in the authors string.