Davilla sessilifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
744383
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fraga
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 355 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743716
Common Names
- Davilla sessilifolia
- Sessilifolia Davilla
- Sessilifolia Velvetberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Davilla sessilifolia (also called Davilla, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical regions, in wet forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Davilla sessilifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often grown for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Davilla sessilifolia are white, tubular and about 2 cm long. The seeds are small, flat and black. The seedlings are slender, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Davilla sessilifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 18-22°C (65-72°F).
Where to Find Davilla sessilifolia
Davilla sessilifolia can be found in the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.
Davilla sessilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Davilla sessilifolia?
Davilla sessilifolia
What type of plant is Davilla sessilifolia?
Evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Davilla sessilifolia?
Tropical forests of South America
Species in the Davilla genus
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,
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-2895964: Based on the initial data import
Claudio Nicoletti de Fraga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fraga' in the authors string.