Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
nutans
ID:
507687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nied.) W.R.Anderson & C.Davis

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 11 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507019

Common Names

  • Diplopterys nutans
  • Nutans Diplopterys
  • Diplopterys Nutans

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Synonyms

  • Banisteria nutans Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis nutans (Nied.) B.Gates [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis panamensis Cuatrec. & Croat [unknown]

Description

Diplopterys nutans (also called Nodding Diplopterys, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree up to 5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands. It has small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip and a hairy underside.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterys nutans is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Diplopterys nutans flower is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterys nutans is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and sown immediately. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Diplopterys nutans

Diplopterys nutans can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Diplopterys nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterys nutans?

Diplopterys nutans

What is the common name of Diplopterys nutans?

Nutans

What is the natural habitat of Diplopterys nutans?

Grassy and rocky areas

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604192: Based on the initial data import
Franz Josef Niedenzu (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nied.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
Charles Cavender Davis (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Davis' in the authors string.