Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
647283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 16: 594 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646615

Common Names

  • Didonica subsessilis
  • Subsessilis Didonica
  • Subsessilis

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Description

Didonica subsessilis (also called 'Subsessile 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis

Didonica subsessilis can be found in Brazil.

Didonica subsessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Didonica subsessilis?

Didonica subsessilis

What is the common name of Didonica subsessilis?

Didonica Subsessilis

What type of plant is Didonica subsessilis?

Didonica Subsessilis is an evergreen shrub.

Species in the Ericaceae family