Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
chocoanum
ID:
749853

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedraza

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 108: 55 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749186

Common Names

  • Disterigma chocoanum
  • Choco Disterigma
  • Choco's Disterigma

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Description

Disterigma chocoanum (also called 'Choco Disterigma', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Disterigma chocoanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Disterigma chocoanum is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disterigma chocoanum is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Disterigma chocoanum requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Disterigma chocoanum

Disterigma chocoanum is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia and Ecuador.

Disterigma chocoanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disterigma chocoanum?

Disterigma chocoanum

What is the common name of Disterigma chocoanum?

Choco Disterigma

What is the family of Disterigma chocoanum?

Asteraceae

Species in the Disterigma genus

Disterigma acuminatum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma agathosmoides, Disterigma alaternoides, Disterigma appendiculatum, Disterigma baguense, Disterigma balslevii, Disterigma bocatorense, Disterigma bracteatum, Disterigma campanulatum, Disterigma campii, Disterigma chocoanum, Disterigma codonanthum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma cuspidatum, Disterigma dissimile, Disterigma dumontii, Disterigma ecuadorense, Disterigma elassanthum, Disterigma empetrifolium, Disterigma fortunense, Disterigma hammelii, Disterigma hiatum, Disterigma humboldtii, Disterigma leucanthum, Disterigma luteynii, Disterigma micranthum, Disterigma microphyllum, Disterigma noyesiae, Disterigma ollacheum, Disterigma ovatum, Disterigma pallidum, Disterigma panamense, Disterigma parallelinerve, Disterigma pentandrum, Disterigma pernettyoides, Disterigma pilosum, Disterigma pseudokillipiella, Disterigma rimbachii, Disterigma staphelioides, Disterigma stereophyllum, Disterigma synanthum, Disterigma terniflorum, Disterigma trimerum, Disterigma ulei, Disterigma utleyorum, Disterigma verruculatum, Disterigma weberbaueri,

Species in the Ericaceae family