Status:
valid
Authors:
M.C.Vianna & Fontella
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Nac. Rio de Janeiro, Bot. 117: 7 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430713
Common Names
- Vochysia dardanoi
- Vochysia dardanoi
- Vochysia dardanoi
Description
Vochysia dardanoi (also called Dardano's Vochysia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a single stem with long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Vochysia dardanoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Vochysia dardanoi are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vochysia dardanoi is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or from seed. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 1.5 m.
Where to Find Vochysia dardanoi
Vochysia dardanoi is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Amazonas and Pará.
Vochysia dardanoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vochysia dardanoi?
Vochysia dardanoi
What is the common name of Vochysia dardanoi?
Dardano's Vochysia
What type of plant is Vochysia dardanoi?
Tree
Species in the Vochysia genus
Vochysia pacifica,
Vochysia saccata,
Vochysia penae,
Vochysia pauciflora,
Vochysia calophylla,
Vochysia tucanorum,
Vochysia tomentosa,
Vochysia splendens,
Vochysia rotundifolia,
Vochysia vismiifolia,
Vochysia jonkeri,
Vochysia megalantha,
Vochysia martiana,
Vochysia mariziana,
Vochysia mapuerae,
Vochysia magna,
Vochysia lopezpalacioi,
Vochysia liscanoi,
Vochysia lehmannii,
Vochysia ledouxii,
Vochysia laxiflora,
Vochysia venezuelana,
Vochysia tillettii,
Vochysia surinamensis,
Vochysia meridensis,
Vochysia jefensis,
Vochysia spathiphylla,
Vochysia pachyantha,
Vochysia ortegae,
Vochysia steyermarkiana,
Vochysia julianensis,
Vochysia catingae,
Vochysia cassiquiarensis,
Vochysia columbiensis,
Vochysia aurantiaca,
Vochysia assua,
Vochysia artantha,
Vochysia apopetala,
Vochysia angustifolia,
Vochysia allenii,
Vochysia pygmaea,
Vochysia bautistae,
Vochysia hannekesaskiae,
Vochysia gigantea,
Vochysia gentryi,
Vochysia garcia-barrigae,
Vochysia expansa,
Vochysia elegans,
Vochysia duquei,
Vochysia rubiginosa,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,