Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Taylor
Source:
cmp
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Taxon 12: 294 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652718
Common Names
- Djaloniella ypsilostyla
- Ypsilostyla Djaloniella
- Djaloniella
Description
Djaloniella ypsilostyla (also called Ypsilostyle Djaloniella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leathery, oblong leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Djaloniella ypsilostyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Djaloniella ypsilostyla has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Djaloniella ypsilostyla is a perennial herb that is native to tropical America. It is grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Djaloniella ypsilostyla
Djaloniella ypsilostyla is native to Cameroon and can be found in the tropical rainforest.
Djaloniella ypsilostyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Djaloniella ypsilostyla?
Djaloniella ypsilostyla
What type of plant is Djaloniella ypsilostyla?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Djaloniella ypsilostyla native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Djaloniella genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,