Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassiflora
ID:
647280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 16: 592 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646612

Common Names

  • Didonica crassiflora
  • Crassiflora Didonica
  • Crassiflora

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Description

Didonica crassiflora (also called 'Thick-flowered Didonica', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Didonica crassiflora is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Didonica crassiflora is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Didonica crassiflora can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Didonica crassiflora

Didonica crassiflora can be found in Brazil.

Didonica crassiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Didonica crassiflora?

Didonica crassiflora

What is the common name of Didonica crassiflora?

Didonica Crassiflora

What type of plant is Didonica crassiflora?

Didonica Crassiflora is an evergreen shrub.

Species in the Ericaceae family