Tassadia decalepis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decalepis
ID:
1329419
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turcz.) Liede & Meve
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 39 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341873
Common Names
- Tassadia Decalepis
- Decalepis Tassadia
- Ten-leaved Tassadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tassadia decalepis (also called Decalepis Tassadia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has large, lobed leaves and showy, white flowers with purple centers. It is found in tropical forests, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tassadia decalepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tassadia decalepis has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, delicate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tassadia decalepis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and should be placed in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Tassadia decalepis
Tassadia decalepis is native to Colombia.
Tassadia decalepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tassadia decalepis?
Tassadia decalepis
What is the common name of Tassadia decalepis?
Ten-lobed Tassadia
What is the natural habitat of Tassadia decalepis?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woods
Species in the Tassadia genus
Tassadia obovata, Tassadia medinae, Tassadia rizzoana, Tassadia lanceolata, Tassadia ovalifolia, Tassadia propinqua, Tassadia burchelii, Tassadia geniculata, Tassadia castellanosii, Tassadia manarae, Tassadia kamaensis, Tassadia emygdioi, Tassadia trailiana, Tassadia berteroanum, Tassadia aristata, Tassadia ivonae, Tassadia grazielae, Tassadia milanezii, Tassadia decaisneana, Tassadia guianensis, Tassadia leptobotrys, Tassadia martiana, Tassadia cordata, Tassadia valioi, Tassadia capitata, Tassadia richardiana, Tassadia stricta, Tassadia decalepis, Tassadia fosteri, Tassadia pentalepis, Tassadia guanchezii,
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,
References
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145927-1: Based on the initial data import