Demosthenesia mandonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mandonii
ID:
641646
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) A.C.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 63: 311 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640978
Common Names
- Demosthenesia mandonii
- Mandonii Demosthenesia
- Mandon's Demosthenesia
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- Demosthenesia graebneriana (Hoerold) A.C.Sm. [valid]
- Pellegrinia mandoni (Britton) Sleumer [valid]
- Pellegrinia graebneriana (Hoerold) Sleumer [valid]
Description
Demosthenesia mandonii (also called 'Mandon's Demosthenesia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Demosthenesia mandonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used to make perfumes and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Demosthenesia mandonii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Demosthenesia mandonii is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Demosthenesia mandonii
Demosthenesia mandonii can be found in Ecuador.
Demosthenesia mandonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Demosthenesia mandonii?
Demosthenesia mandonii
What is the common name of Demosthenesia mandonii?
Mandon's Demosthenesia
What is the natural habitat of Demosthenesia mandonii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Demosthenesia genus
Demosthenesia amicorum, Demosthenesia buxifolia, Demosthenesia cordifolia, Demosthenesia dudleyi, Demosthenesia fabulosa, Demosthenesia luteynii, Demosthenesia mandonii, Demosthenesia matsiguenka, Demosthenesia microphylla, Demosthenesia oppositifolia, Demosthenesia pearcei, Demosthenesia spectabilis, Demosthenesia vilcabambensis, Demosthenesia weberbaueri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.