Diogenesia oligantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
648689
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 36: 355 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648021
Common Names
- Diogenesia oligantha
- Oligantha Diogenesia
- Few-Flowered Diogenesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diogenesia oligantha (also called 'Oligantha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diogenesia oligantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diogenesia oligantha is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, light green leaf.
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Diogenesia oligantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Diogenesia oligantha
Diogenesia oligantha can be found in the southern parts of South America.
Diogenesia oligantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diogenesia oligantha?
Diogenesia oligantha
What is the common name of Diogenesia oligantha?
Few-flowered Diogenesia
What is the natural habitat of Diogenesia oligantha?
It is found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and ponds.
Species in the Diogenesia genus
Diogenesia alstoniana, Diogenesia amplectens, Diogenesia andina, Diogenesia antioquiensis, Diogenesia boliviana, Diogenesia caudata, Diogenesia floribunda, Diogenesia gracilipes, Diogenesia laxa, Diogenesia octandra, Diogenesia oligantha, Diogenesia racemosa, Diogenesia tetrandra, Diogenesia vargasiana,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.