Decaisnea insignis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
639607
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. London 2: 350 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638939
Common Names
- Decaisnea insignis
- Distinguished Decaisnea
- Distinguished Decaisnea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Decaisnea insignis (also called Showy Decaisnea, among many other common names) is a shrub species found in the tropical rainforests of Asia. It has a woody stem with alternate, pinnate leaves. The flowers are small and white with yellow centers. It is found in humid, tropical climates and grows in the understory of the rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Decaisnea insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Decaisnea insignis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Decaisnea insignis is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Decaisnea insignis
Decaisnea insignis can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Decaisnea insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Decaisnea insignis?
Decaisnea insignis
What is the family of Decaisnea insignis?
Lardizabalaceae
Where does Decaisnea insignis grow?
It is native to China.
Species in the Decaisnea genus
Species in the Lardizabalaceae family
Akebia longeracemosa, Akebia pentaphylla, Akebia quinata, Akebia trifoliata, Akebia apetala, Akebia longisepala, Boquila trifoliolata, Decaisnea fargesii, Decaisnea insignis, Lardizabala funaria, Sargentodoxa cuneata, Sinofranchetia chinensis, Stauntonia latifolia, Stauntonia angustifolia, Stauntonia chinensis, Stauntonia hexaphylla, Stauntonia filamentosa, Stauntonia maculata, Stauntonia trinervia, Stauntonia obovatifoliola, Stauntonia oligophylla, Stauntonia yaoshanensis, Stauntonia conspicua, Stauntonia parviflora, Stauntonia purpurea, Stauntonia obcordatilimba, Stauntonia cavalerieana, Stauntonia duclouxii, Stauntonia decora, Stauntonia brunoniana, Stauntonia libera, Stauntonia obovata, Stauntonia brachyandra, Stauntonia chapaensis, Stauntonia coriacea, Stauntonia crassifolia, Stauntonia grandiflora, Stauntonia linearifolia, Stauntonia medogensis, Stauntonia pterocaulis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758557: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.