Status:
valid
Authors:
D.M.Johnson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 41: 372 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652187
Common Names
- Aciculate Disepalum
- Aciculare Disepalum
- Aciculate Disepalum Palm
Description
Disepalum aciculare (also called 'Needle-leaved Disepalum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, where it is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Disepalum aciculare is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Disepalum aciculare is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round nut with a pointed apex. The seedlings are small, with two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disepalum aciculare is a species of plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a warm, moist environment. The cuttings should be kept in partial shade until they have taken root.
Where to Find Disepalum aciculare
Disepalum aciculare can be found in the Philippines.
Disepalum aciculare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disepalum aciculare?
Disepalum aciculare
What type of plant is Disepalum aciculare?
Disepalum aciculare is a species of shrub in the family Euphorbiaceae.
Where is Disepalum aciculare found?
Disepalum aciculare is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Species in the Disepalum genus
Disepalum aciculare,
Disepalum acuminatissimum,
Disepalum anomalum,
Disepalum coronatum,
Disepalum longipes,
Disepalum petelotii,
Disepalum plagioneurum,
Disepalum platypetalum,
Disepalum pulchrum,
Disepalum rawagambut,
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,