Status:
valid
Authors:
Hoerold
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42: 334 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652382
Common Names
- Disterigma weberbaueri
- Weberbauer's Disterigma
- Weberbauer Disterigma
Description
Disterigma weberbaueri (also called Weberbauer's Disterigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leathery, oblong leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Disterigma weberbaueri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disterigma weberbaueri 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 weberbaueri 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 weberbaueri
Disterigma weberbaueri is native to Peru. It can be found growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 500-2000 m.
Disterigma weberbaueri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disterigma weberbaueri?
Disterigma weberbaueri
What is the common name of Disterigma weberbaueri?
Weberbaueri
What is the natural habitat of Disterigma weberbaueri?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Rudolf Hoerold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoerold' in the authors string.