Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
647281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn & Wilbur

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 68: 159 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646613

Common Names

  • Didonica panamensis
  • Panamensis Didonica
  • Panamensis

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Description

Didonica panamensis (also called 'Panamanian 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 panamensis 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 panamensis 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 panamensis 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 panamensis

Didonica panamensis can be found in Panama.

Didonica panamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Didonica panamensis?

Didonica panamensis

What is the common name of Didonica panamensis?

Didonica Panamensis

What type of plant is Didonica panamensis?

Didonica Panamensis is an evergreen shrub.

Species in the Ericaceae family

References