Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
leonensis
ID:
1227322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
tro

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. i. 211 (1927); Hutchinson & D

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226660

Common Names

  • Dissotis leonensis
  • Leonensis Dissotis
  • Leonensis Pinkflower

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Description

Dissotis leonensis (also called Leon Dissotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dissotis leonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dissotis leonensis has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dissotis leonensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Dissotis leonensis

Dissotis leonensis is native to Costa Rica.

Dissotis leonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dissotis leonensis?

Dissotis leonensis

What type of plant is Dissotis leonensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Dissotis leonensis found?

It is found in Central 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,

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568522-1: Based on the initial data import