Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
glandiformis
ID:
163134

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Maxwell

Source:
ipni

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 33(2): 313 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162463

Common Names

  • Dissochaeta Glandiformis
  • Glandiformis Dissochaeta
  • Dissochaeta Plant

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Description

Dissochaeta glandiformis (also called 'Glandular Dissochaeta', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small shrub with a rounded crown and elliptic leaves that are dark green on top and white below. The flowers are white and the fruits are purple.

Uses & Benefits

Dissochaeta glandiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dissochaeta glandiformis is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dissochaeta glandiformis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Dissochaeta glandiformis

Dissochaeta glandiformis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Dissochaeta glandiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dissochaeta glandiformis?

Dissochaeta glandiformis

What is the common name of Dissochaeta glandiformis?

Glandular Dissochaeta

What is the natural habitat of Dissochaeta glandiformis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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