Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
947630

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.J.F.Hend. & Guymer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 99 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946968

Common Names

  • Durringtonia Paludosa
  • Marsh Durringtonia
  • Marsh Durringtonia Tree

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Description

Durringtonia paludosa (also called Marsh Durringtonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Durringtonia paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Brown, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Durringtonia paludosa is a shrub or small tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Durringtonia paludosa

Durringtonia paludosa is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Species in the Durringtonia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-65353: Based on the initial data import
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.