Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
dichotoma
ID:
733191

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassk.) B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5: 10 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732524

Common Names

  • Isoglossa dichotoma
  • Dichotoma Isoglossa
  • Dichotoma Ironwood

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Description

Isoglossa dichotoma (also called Chinese bush mango, dika, odika, ogbono, among many other common names) is a species of Asian trees in the genus Isoglossa, with a thick trunk and edible yellow fruit. It is native to tropical Asia, including China, and grows in lowland rainforests and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isoglossa dichotoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Isoglossa dichotoma var. repens (Bremek.) B.Hansen
Isoglossa dichotoma var. dichotoma

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoglossa dichotoma has white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoglossa dichotoma can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C (65-72°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they are well rooted.

Where to Find Isoglossa dichotoma

Isoglossa dichotoma is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Isoglossa dichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoglossa dichotoma?

Isoglossa dichotoma

What is the common name of Isoglossa dichotoma?

Dichotomous Isoglossa

What is the habitat of Isoglossa dichotoma?

It grows in dry, rocky areas, often on slopes and in crevices

Species in the Isoglossa genus

Isoglossa asystasioides, Isoglossa anisophylla, Isoglossa bracteosa, Isoglossa candelabrum, Isoglossa cataractarum, Isoglossa clemensiorum, Isoglossa collina, Isoglossa congesta, Isoglossa cyclophylla, Isoglossa dichotoma, Isoglossa eliasbandae, Isoglossa eranthemoides, Isoglossa eylesii, Isoglossa floribunda, Isoglossa geoffrayi, Isoglossa glandulifera, Isoglossa grandiflora, Isoglossa humbertii, Isoglossa inermis, Isoglossa ixodes, Isoglossa lactea, Isoglossa laxa, Isoglossa laxiflora, Isoglossa mbalensis, Isoglossa membranacea, Isoglossa milanjiensis, Isoglossa mossambicensis, Isoglossa nervosa, Isoglossa oreacanthoides, Isoglossa parvifolia, Isoglossa pawekiae, Isoglossa punctata, Isoglossa rubescens, Isoglossa rutenbergisma, Isoglossa somalensis, Isoglossa strigosula, Isoglossa subcordata, Isoglossa substrobilina, Isoglossa ufipensis, Isoglossa vulcanicola, Isoglossa bondwaensis, Isoglossa bruceae, Isoglossa faulknerae, Isoglossa multinervis, Isoglossa paucinervis, Isoglossa variegata, Isoglossa ventricosa, Isoglossa namuliensis, Isoglossa origanoides, Isoglossa glabra,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915176-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.