Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
943787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 258 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943125

Common Names

  • Didierea madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Tree
  • Madagascar Didierea

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Description

Didierea madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Didierea, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Madagascar. It has a single, thin, erect, leaf and a single, thin, erect, flower stem. It is found in humid forests, usually at altitudes of 500-1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Didierea madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Didierea madagascariensis has white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Didierea madagascariensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Didierea madagascariensis

Didierea madagascariensis is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Didierea genus

References