Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
diospyrifolia
ID:
435878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre ex Finet & Gagnep.) Craib

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1922: 169 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435210

Common Names

  • Sphaerocoryne Diospyrifolia
  • Diospyrifolia Palm
  • Diospyrifolia Palm Tree

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Description

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia (also called Diospyros Sphaerocoryne, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a landscape plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin problems, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia is a tropical, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as seeds are not widely available.

Where to Find Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia is native to Thailand, where it is found in the provinces of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia?

Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia

What type of plant is Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia?

It is a type of shrub

Where does Sphaerocoryne diospyrifolia grow?

It is native to Southeast Asia

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,

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