Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elmeri
ID:
944087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1555 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943425

Common Names

  • Diglyphosa
  • Elmeri Diglyphosa
  • Elmeri Tree

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Description

Diglyphosa elmeri (also called Diglyphosa elmeri, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has a single trunk that is covered in a grey bark and can grow up to 4 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have a leathery texture. It can be found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Diglyphosa elmeri is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diglyphosa elmeri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diglyphosa elmeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Diglyphosa elmeri

Diglyphosa elmeri is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Species in the Diglyphosa genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-61831: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.