Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
639472

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil. & Tul.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 131 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638804

Common Names

  • Davilla
  • Grandiflora
  • Large-Flowered Davilla

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Synonyms

  • Davilla glabrata Turcz. [unknown]
  • Davilla martii Eichler [unknown]
  • Davilla microcalyx Herzog [unknown]
  • Davilla neurophylla Gilg [unknown]

Description

Davilla grandiflora (also called the Grandiflora Davilla, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a rounded shape and is covered with soft, velvety hairs. Its leaves are oval-shaped and have a leathery texture. It is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Davilla grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and its attractive foliage. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Davilla grandiflora are white or pink, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Davilla grandiflora is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they may take longer to germinate.

Where to Find Davilla grandiflora

Davilla grandiflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Davilla grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Davilla grandiflora?

Davilla grandiflora

What type of plant is Davilla grandiflora?

Shrub

Where does Davilla grandiflora grow?

Brazil

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758416: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.