Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) J.Léonard
Source:
wcs
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 91: 280 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945801
Common Names
- Rigid-leaved Droceloncia
- Rigid-leaved Daisy
- Rigid-leaved Fleabane
Description
Droceloncia rigidifolia (also called 'Rigid Droceloncia', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Droceloncia rigidifolia is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, and as a source of nectar for pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Droceloncia rigidifolia is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Droceloncia rigidifolia is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is an epiphytic orchid and can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Droceloncia rigidifolia
Droceloncia rigidifolia can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Species in the Droceloncia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,