Status:
valid
Authors:
Nangngam & J.F.Maxwell
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 65: 205 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339293
Common Names
- Didymocarpus jaesonensis
- Jaeson's Didymocarpus
- Mountain Didymocarpus
Description
Didymocarpus jaesonensis (also called Jaeson's Didymocarpus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. Its leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin. The flowers are white and have five petals.
Uses & Benefits
Didymocarpus jaesonensis is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didymocarpus jaesonensis is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Didymocarpus jaesonensis is a perennial herb that is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It prefers a slightly acidic soil pH. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections, then replant in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Didymocarpus jaesonensis
Didymocarpus jaesonensis is native to the island of Java in Indonesia.
Didymocarpus jaesonensis FAQ
What is the common name of Didymocarpus jaesonensis?
Common name of Didymocarpus jaesonensis is Jaeson's Didymocarpus
What is the scientific classification of Didymocarpus jaesonensis?
Didymocarpus jaesonensis belongs to the family Gesneriaceae and genus Didymocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Didymocarpus jaesonensis?
Didymocarpus jaesonensis is native to Thailand and can be found in evergreen forests
Species in the Didymocarpus genus
Didymocarpus acuminatus,
Didymocarpus adenocalyx,
Didymocarpus adenocarpus,
Didymocarpus albicaulis,
Didymocarpus andersonii,
Didymocarpus antirrhinoides,
Didymocarpus aromaticus,
Didymocarpus aurantiacus,
Didymocarpus aureoglandulosus,
Didymocarpus barbinervius,
Didymocarpus bhutanicus,
Didymocarpus bicolor,
Didymocarpus biserratus,
Didymocarpus bracteatus,
Didymocarpus bullatus,
Didymocarpus burkei,
Didymocarpus cinereus,
Didymocarpus citrina,
Didymocarpus corchorifolius,
Didymocarpus cordatus,
Didymocarpus cortusifolius,
Didymocarpus curvicapsus,
Didymocarpus denticulatus,
Didymocarpus dongrakensis,
Didymocarpus elatior,
Didymocarpus epithemoides,
Didymocarpus gageanus,
Didymocarpus geesinkianus,
Didymocarpus glandulosus,
Didymocarpus graciliflorus,
Didymocarpus grandidentatus,
Didymocarpus heucherifolius,
Didymocarpus hookeri,
Didymocarpus insulsus,
Didymocarpus kerrii,
Didymocarpus leiboensis,
Didymocarpus lineicapsa,
Didymocarpus macrophyllus,
Didymocarpus margaritae,
Didymocarpus medogensis,
Didymocarpus megaphyllus,
Didymocarpus mengtze,
Didymocarpus mollis,
Didymocarpus mortonii,
Didymocarpus nanophyton,
Didymocarpus newmanii,
Didymocarpus oblongus,
Didymocarpus ovatus,
Didymocarpus parryorum,
Didymocarpus paucinervius,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
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,
References
Pranee Nangngam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nangngam' in the authors string.