Species:
pseudokillipiella
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 54(147): 285 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652373
Common Names
- Pseudokillipiella Disterigma
- Disterigma Pseudokillipiella
- Pseudokillipiella
Description
Disterigma pseudokillipiella (also called Pseudokillipiella 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 pseudokillipiella 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 pseudokillipiella has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves and a long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disterigma pseudokillipiella 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 pseudokillipiella
Disterigma pseudokillipiella can be found in Angola, Namibia, and South Africa.
Disterigma pseudokillipiella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disterigma pseudokillipiella?
Disterigma pseudokillipiella
What type of plant is Disterigma pseudokillipiella?
Disterigma pseudokillipiella is a shrub
Where does Disterigma pseudokillipiella grow?
Disterigma pseudokillipiella 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