Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pellegr.) D.J.Middleton & H.J.Atkins
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 68: 156 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346343
Description
Deinostigma eberhardtii (also called 'Eberhardt's Deinostigma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to Peru, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Deinostigma eberhardtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Deinostigma eberhardtii has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deinostigma eberhardtii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Deinostigma eberhardtii
Deinostigma eberhardtii is native to the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Deinostigma eberhardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deinostigma eberhardtii?
Deinostigma eberhardtii
What type of plant is Deinostigma eberhardtii?
Herb
Where is Deinostigma eberhardtii found?
Central and South America
Species in the Deinostigma genus
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Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,