Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pentandrum
ID:
653037

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 16: 364 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652369

Common Names

  • Pentandrum Disterigma
  • Pentandrum
  • Disterigma

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Description

Disterigma pentandrum (also called Pentandrum Disterigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and on the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Disterigma pentandrum 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

Disterigma pentandrum has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disterigma pentandrum is a slow-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water only when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Disterigma pentandrum

Disterigma pentandrum can be found in Angola, Namibia, and South Africa.

Disterigma pentandrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disterigma pentandrum?

Disterigma pentandrum

What type of plant is Disterigma pentandrum?

Disterigma pentandrum is a shrub

Where does Disterigma pentandrum grow?

Disterigma pentandrum 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