Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angustissima
ID:
507630

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kato

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 57: 12 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506962

Common Names

  • Dalzellia angustissima
  • Narrow Dalzellia
  • Angustissima Dalzellia

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Description

Dalzellia angustissima (also called Narrow-leaved Dalzellia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree up to 10 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

Dalzellia angustissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalzellia angustissima are white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalzellia angustissima is a small shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Dalzellia angustissima

Dalzellia angustissima is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Dalzellia angustissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalzellia angustissima?

Dalzellia angustissima

What is the natural habitat of Dalzellia angustissima?

Lowland rainforests, montane forests, and disturbed areas

What is the flower color of Dalzellia angustissima?

White or yellow

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References