Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dasycalyx
ID:
1304982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) A.M.G.Azevedo & R.A.Camargo

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brittonia66: 14 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317436

Common Names

  • Deguelia Dasycalyx
  • Dasycalyx Deguelia
  • Dasycalyx Deguelia Tree

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Description

Deguelia dasycalyx (also called 'Thorny Deguelia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers. It has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are long and narrow, and the stems are covered in small thorns.

Uses & Benefits

Deguelia dasycalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Deguelia dasycalyx has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deguelia dasycalyx is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in wet, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sandy soil and lightly covered. The cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and replanted in moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Deguelia dasycalyx

Deguelia dasycalyx can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Deguelia dasycalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deguelia dasycalyx?

Deguelia dasycalyx

What type of plant is Deguelia dasycalyx?

It is a species of legume

Where is Deguelia dasycalyx found?

It is found in South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Augusto Camargo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Camargo' in the authors string.