Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
diantha
ID:
648206

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoogland

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Blumea 7: 57 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647538

Common Names

  • Diantha Dillenia
  • Dillenia Diantha
  • Diantha Elephant Apple

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Description

Dillenia diantha (also called Diantha Dillenia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Asia. It is a low-growing plant with small, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dillenia diantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, fuel, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dillenia diantha has white flowers with yellow anthers and a prominent pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dillenia diantha is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Dillenia diantha

Dillenia diantha can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Dillenia diantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dillenia diantha?

Dillenia diantha

What type of plant is Dillenia diantha?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Dillenia diantha native to?

It is native to Australia

Species in the Dillenia genus

Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana, Dillenia biflora, Dillenia blanchardii, Dillenia bolsteri, Dillenia borneensis, Dillenia bracteata, Dillenia castaneifolia, Dillenia celebica, Dillenia crenatifolia, Dillenia cyclopensis, Dillenia diantha, Dillenia excelsa, Dillenia eximia, Dillenia fagifolia, Dillenia ferruginea, Dillenia fischeri, Dillenia hookeri, Dillenia indica, Dillenia ingens, Dillenia insignis, Dillenia insularum, Dillenia luzoniensis, Dillenia mansonii, Dillenia marsupialis, Dillenia megalantha, Dillenia monantha, Dillenia montana, Dillenia nalagi, Dillenia obovata, Dillenia ochreata, Dillenia ovalifolia, Dillenia ovata, Dillenia papuana, Dillenia parkinsonii, Dillenia parviflora, Dillenia pentagyna, Dillenia philippinensis, Dillenia ptempoda, Dillenia pulchella, Dillenia quercifolia, Dillenia reifferscheidia, Dillenia reticulata, Dillenia retusa, Dillenia salomonensis, Dillenia scabrella,

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,

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