Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
1321945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) P.J.Cribb & Carlsward

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 71: 45 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334399

Common Names

  • Diaphananthe gabonensis
  • Gabonensis Diaphananthe
  • Diaphananthe's Gabonensis

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Description

Diaphananthe gabonensis (also called Gabonensis, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Africa, where it is found in moist, rocky soils in alpine meadows and tundra habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diaphananthe gabonensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diaphananthe gabonensis is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaphananthe gabonensis is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a warm, humid climate. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated from cuttings taken from the stem or leaves. The cuttings should be placed in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Diaphananthe gabonensis

Diaphananthe gabonensis can be found in Gabon.

Diaphananthe gabonensis FAQ

What is the common name of Diaphananthe gabonensis?

Gabonensis

What is the natural habitat of Diaphananthe gabonensis?

It is native to Gabon.

What are the characteristics of Diaphananthe gabonensis?

It has a short stem and oval-shaped, green leaves. The white flowers have five petals and are bell-shaped.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Barbara Sue Carlsward (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlsward' in the authors string.