Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 445 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309082
Common Names
- Secondatia densiflora
- Dense-flowered Secondatia
- Dense-flowered-Secondatia
Synonyms
- Secondatia peruviana Poepp. [unknown]
- Secondatia densiflora parvifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Secondatia densiflora paraguariensis Hassl. [unknown]
- Ambelania camporum Glaz. [unknown]
- Angadenia elliptica Miers [unknown]
- Secondatia densiflora genuina Hassl. [unknown]
Description
Secondatia densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Secondatia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Secondatia densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Secondatia densiflora has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Secondatia densiflora is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Secondatia densiflora
Secondatia densiflora can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Secondatia densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Secondatia densiflora?
Secondatia densiflora
What is the common name of Secondatia densiflora?
Densiflora
What is the natural habitat of Secondatia densiflora?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Secondatia genus
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