Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 91: 700 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793973
Common Names
- Dieffenbachia crebripistillata
- Crebripistillata Dieffenbachia
- Brazilian Dieffenbachia
Description
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata (also called Crebripistillate Dieffenbachia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Central and South America. It has large, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata is a popular houseplant, often used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata has a white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist. Propagation can be done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Dieffenbachia crebripistillata
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia crebripistillata?
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata
What is the common name of Dieffenbachia crebripistillata?
Creeping Dieffenbachia
What is the natural habitat of Dieffenbachia crebripistillata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Dieffenbachia genus
Dieffenbachia burgeri,
Dieffenbachia copensis,
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata,
Dieffenbachia davidsei,
Dieffenbachia fortunensis,
Dieffenbachia fosteri,
Dieffenbachia galdamesiae,
Dieffenbachia horichii,
Dieffenbachia isthmia,
Dieffenbachia killipii,
Dieffenbachia lutheri,
Dieffenbachia nitidipetiolata,
Dieffenbachia obscurinervia,
Dieffenbachia panamensis,
Dieffenbachia standleyi,
Dieffenbachia williamsii,
Dieffenbachia wurdackii,
Dieffenbachia aglaonematifolia,
Dieffenbachia antioquensis,
Dieffenbachia aurantiaca,
Dieffenbachia bechiana,
Dieffenbachia bowmannii,
Dieffenbachia brittonii,
Dieffenbachia cannifolia,
Dieffenbachia concinna,
Dieffenbachia cordata,
Dieffenbachia costata,
Dieffenbachia daguensis,
Dieffenbachia duidae,
Dieffenbachia elegans,
Dieffenbachia enderi,
Dieffenbachia fournieri,
Dieffenbachia gracilis,
Dieffenbachia grayumiana,
Dieffenbachia hammelii,
Dieffenbachia herthae,
Dieffenbachia humilis,
Dieffenbachia imperialis,
Dieffenbachia lancifolia,
Dieffenbachia leopoldii,
Dieffenbachia longispatha,
Dieffenbachia macrophylla,
Dieffenbachia meleagris,
Dieffenbachia obliqua,
Dieffenbachia oerstedtii,
Dieffenbachia olbia,
Dieffenbachia paludicola,
Dieffenbachia parlatorei,
Dieffenbachia parvifolia,
Dieffenbachia pittieri,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,