Disterigma hammelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hammelii
ID:
653020
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur & Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 68: 160 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652352
Common Names
- Disterigma Hammelii
- Hammelii Disterigma
- Hammelii Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Disterigma hammelii (also called Hammel's Disterigma, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Disterigma hammelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Disterigma hammelii is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Disterigma hammelii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Disterigma hammelii
Disterigma hammelii can be found in Angola, Namibia, and South Africa.
Disterigma hammelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disterigma hammelii?
Disterigma hammelii
What type of plant is Disterigma hammelii?
Disterigma hammelii is a shrub
Where does Disterigma hammelii grow?
Disterigma hammelii grows in Central and South America
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
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.