Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
discostigma
ID:
1584680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) X.Guo & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66: 13 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000044646

Common Names

  • Afroguatteria discostigma
  • Discostigma Afroguatteria
  • Discostigma's Afroguatteria

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Description

Afroguatteria discostigma (also called discostigma afroguatteria, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in tropical forests and can reach heights of up to 15 m. It has alternate, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Afroguatteria discostigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afroguatteria discostigma is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a round, brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afroguatteria discostigma is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.

Where to Find Afroguatteria discostigma

Afroguatteria discostigma is native to the mountains of Northern India, including the Western Ghats, the Eastern Ghats, and the Himalayas.

Afroguatteria discostigma FAQ

What are the common names of Afroguatteria discostigma?

Afroguatteria discostigma is commonly known as the discostigma afroguatteria.

What is the origin of Afroguatteria discostigma?

Afroguatteria discostigma is native to Central and South America.

What is the climate requirement for Afroguatteria discostigma?

Afroguatteria discostigma prefers a tropical climate with high humidity and temperatures between 20-30°C.

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77161567-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.