Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel) E.Meier
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
in EPIG 57: 17. 2006.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509087
Common Names
- Disophyllum Amaranthinum
- Amaranthinum Disophyllum
- Disophyllum Amaranthinum Plant
Description
Disophyllum amaranthinum (also called Amaranth Disophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Disophyllum amaranthinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disophyllum amaranthinum has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disophyllum amaranthinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Disophyllum amaranthinum
Disophyllum amaranthinum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Disophyllum amaranthinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disophyllum amaranthinum?
Disophyllum amaranthinum
What are the common names of Disophyllum amaranthinum?
Common names of Disophyllum amaranthinum include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree.
Where is Disophyllum amaranthinum native to?
Disophyllum amaranthinum is native to South Africa.
Species in the Disophyllum genus
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum,
Acanthocalycium spiniflorum,
Acanthocalycium thionanthum,
Acanthocalycium leucanthum,
Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum,
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum,
Acanthocereus chiapensis,
Acanthocereus tetragonus,
Acanthocereus guatemalensis,
Acanthocereus maculatus,
Acanthocereus canoensis,
Acanthocereus castellae,
Acanthocereus cuixmalensis,
Acanthocereus fosterianus,
Acanthocereus haackeanus,
Acanthocereus hesperius,
Acanthocereus hirschtianus,
Acanthocereus macdougallii,
Acanthocereus oaxacensis,
Acanthocereus paradoxus,
Acanthocereus rosei,
Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus,
Acanthocereus atropurpureus,
Acharagma aguirreanum,
Acharagma roseanum,
Airampoa albisaetacens,
Airampoa armata,
Airampoa ayrampo,
Airampoa boliviensis,
Airampoa cedergreniana,
Airampoa chilensis,
Airampoa corrugata,
Airampoa erectoclada,
Airampoa ianthinantha,
Airampoa microdisca,
Airampoa minuscula,
Airampoa orurensis,
Airampoa panellana,
Airampoa picardoi,
Airampoa silvestris,
Airampoa tilcarensis,
Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis,
Aporocactus flagelliformis,
Aporocactus martianus,
Aporocactus moennighoffii,
Aporocactus knebelii,
Aporoheliocereus smithianus,
Ariocarpus agavoides,
Ariocarpus bravoanus,
Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Eckhard Meier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Meier' in the authors string.