Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
merrillii
ID:
652373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl.): 299 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651705

Common Names

  • Dischidia Merrillii
  • String of Hearts
  • Heart Plant

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Description

Dischidia merrillii (also called Elephant's Ear, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South East Asia and is found in humid forests. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are usually oval in shape and have a waxy coating.

Uses & Benefits

Dischidia merrillii is a popular houseplant, often grown in hanging baskets for its trailing habit. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and can be grown in containers. The plant is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies. It is also known for its drought tolerance and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dischidia merrillii are small and white, and the seeds are small, round, and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dischidia merrillii is an epiphytic vine that can be grown in hanging baskets or on a trellis. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Dischidia merrillii

Dischidia merrillii is native to tropical areas of India and Sri Lanka.

Dischidia merrillii FAQ

What is the common name of Dischidia merrillii?

Merrill's Milkweed

What is the native range of Dischidia merrillii?

South-east Asia

What is the growth habit of Dischidia merrillii?

A scrambling, twining, or climbing vine

Species in the Dischidia genus

Dischidia aberrans, Dischidia acuminata, Dischidia acutifolia, Dischidia albida, Dischidia albiflora, Dischidia alternans, Dischidia amphorantha, Dischidia angustifolia, Dischidia antennifera, Dischidia asperifolia, Dischidia astephana, Dischidia atropurpurea, Dischidia australis, Dischidia bengalensis, Dischidia bisetulosa, Dischidia boholensis, Dischidia calva, Dischidia chinensis, Dischidia cleistantha, Dischidia clemensiae, Dischidia cochleata, Dischidia cominsii, Dischidia complex, Dischidia cornuta, Dischidia crassifolia, Dischidia crassula, Dischidia cyclophylla, Dischidia cylindrica, Dischidia dasyphylla, Dischidia deschampsii, Dischidia digitiformis, Dischidia dohtii, Dischidia dolichantha, Dischidia elmei, Dischidia ericiflora, Dischidia formosana, Dischidia fruticulosa, Dischidia galactantha, Dischidia gibbifera, Dischidia griffithii, Dischidia hahliana, Dischidia hirsuta, Dischidia hollrungii, Dischidia hoyella, Dischidia imbricata, Dischidia immortalis, Dischidia indragirensis, Dischidia insularis, Dischidia khasiana, Dischidia lanceolata,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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