Status:
valid
Authors:
Mangelsdorff, Meve & Liede
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 462 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347591
Description
Tylodontia stipitata (also called Stipitate Tylodontia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a thin stem and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. Its leaves are simple and have a glossy green color. It is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Tylodontia stipitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tylodontia stipitata has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tylodontia stipitata is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown outdoors in warm climates or as a houseplant in cooler climates. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a pot of moist soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water regularly and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Tylodontia stipitata
Tylodontia stipitata can be found in the Philippines.
Tylodontia stipitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tylodontia stipitata?
Tylodontia stipitata
What is the common name of Tylodontia stipitata?
Stipitate Tylodontia
What is the natural habitat of Tylodontia stipitata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Tylodontia genus
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