Dialium congestum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.J.Falcão & Mansano
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa283: 132 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347377
Common Names
- Congestum Dialium
- Congestum
- Dialium Congestum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dialium congestum (also called Congested Dialium, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized tree with long, thin leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It prefers wet, marshy habitats, and is often found growing in shallow water or in damp soil.
Uses & Benefits
Dialium congestum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dialium congestum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dialium congestum is a tree native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Dialium congestum
Dialium congestum is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Dialium congestum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dialium congestum?
Dialium congestum
What type of plant is Dialium congestum?
Dialium congestum is a species of tree.
Where is Dialium congestum found?
Dialium congestum is found in India.
Species in the Dialium genus
Dialium angolense, Dialium bipindense, Dialium dinklagei, Dialium englerianum, Dialium excelsum, Dialium graciliflorum, Dialium guineense, Dialium hexasepalum, Dialium holtzii, Dialium kasaiense, Dialium latifolium, Dialium orientale, Dialium pachyphyllum, Dialium pentandrum, Dialium pobeguinii, Dialium poggei, Dialium polyanthum, Dialium reygaerti, Dialium schlechteri, Dialium tessmannii, Dialium guianense, Dialium ovoideum, Dialium madagascariense, Dialium occidentale, Dialium unifoliolatum, Dialium cochinchinense, Dialium indum, Dialium platysepalum, Dialium travancoricum, Dialium hydnocarpoides, Dialium kunstleri, Dialium lopense, Dialium rondoniense, Dialium hexaestaminatum, Dialium congestum, Dialium zenkeri, Dialium heterophyllum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Vidal de Freitas Mansano: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansano' in the authors string.
Marcus José de Azevedo Falcão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Falcão' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77159297-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dialium congestum M.J.Falcão & Mansano: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.