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
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.
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 Afroguatteria genus
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,