Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
smaragdina
ID:
639935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch. ex Linden) Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 6, 3: 139 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639267

Common Names

  • Deherainia smaragdina
  • Smaragdina Deherainia
  • Deherainia Smaragdina

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Description

Deherainia smaragdina (also called Emerald Vine, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen vine native to Central and South America. It has glossy, heart-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Deherainia smaragdina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Deherainia smaragdina are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deherainia smaragdina is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Deherainia smaragdina

Deherainia smaragdina can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Deherainia smaragdina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deherainia smaragdina?

Deherainia smaragdina

What type of plant is Deherainia smaragdina?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Deherainia smaragdina grow?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758955: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.