Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
othonii
ID:
944269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Cons. Nac. Protec. Ind. Hist. Nat no. 103, Anexo 5: 46. 1954

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943607

Common Names

  • Othon's Buttonweed
  • Othon's Diodia
  • Othonii Diodia

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Description

Diodia othonii (also called Diodia othonii, 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

Diodia othonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover and to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diodia othonii are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diodia othonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and kept moist.

Where to Find Diodia othonii

Diodia othonii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

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,

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