Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi & E.Martínez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 54: 75 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332890
Description
Didymaea naniflora (also called 'Small-flowered Didymaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in rocky crevices.
Uses & Benefits
Didymaea naniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, as well as for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Didymaea naniflora has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Didymaea naniflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings emerge. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Didymaea naniflora
Didymaea naniflora can be found in Mexico.
Didymaea naniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Didymaea naniflora?
Didymaea naniflora
What is the family of Didymaea naniflora?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Didymaea naniflora?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Didymaea genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,