Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
832238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 67: 143 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831573

Common Names

  • Micrantha Diastatea
  • Diastatea micrantha
  • Micrantha Star Orchid

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Description

Diastatea micrantha (also called Small-flowered Diastatea, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Anacardiaceae. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry savanna to moist lowland forest.

Uses & Benefits

Diastatea micrantha is a popular houseplant and is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diastatea micrantha are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diastatea micrantha is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is usually found in dry forest and coastal habitats. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Diastatea micrantha

Diastatea micrantha is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical deciduous forests.

Diastatea micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastatea micrantha?

Diastatea micrantha

What is the natural habitat of Diastatea micrantha?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What are the common names of Diastatea micrantha?

It is commonly known as the Micrantha Diastatea.

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368816: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.