Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 1: 395 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650209
Common Names
- Cunninghamii Moss
- Cunningham's Moss
- Cunningham's Haircap Moss
Synonyms
- Melicocca australis (G.Don) Steud. [unknown]
- Stadmannia australis G.Don [unknown]
- Cupania cunninghamii Hook. [unknown]
- Diploglottis australis Radlk. [unknown]
- Diploglottis cunninghamii diphyllostegia J.F.Bailey [unknown]
Description
Diploglottis cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's Diploglottis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is a small tree which grows up to 10-15 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia, and is found in Queensland and New South Wales. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diploglottis cunninghamii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diploglottis cunninghamii is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diploglottis cunninghamii can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect light. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.
Where to Find Diploglottis cunninghamii
Diploglottis cunninghamii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diploglottis cunninghamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diploglottis cunninghamii?
Diploglottis cunninghamii
What is the common name of Diploglottis cunninghamii?
Cunningham's Diploglottis
What is the natural habitat of Diploglottis cunninghamii?
Tropical forests and scrublands
Species in the Diploglottis genus
Diploglottis berniana,
Diploglottis bracteata,
Diploglottis campbellii,
Diploglottis cunninghamii,
Diploglottis diphyllostegia,
Diploglottis harpullioides,
Diploglottis macrantha,
Diploglottis obovata,
Diploglottis pedleyi,
Diploglottis smithii,
Diploglottis alaticarpa,
Species in the Sapindaceae family