Status:
valid
Authors:
(Diels) R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 12: 4 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645730
Common Names
- Diclinanona Calycina
- Calycina Diclinanona
- Diclinanona calycina
Description
Diclinanona calycina (also called Calyx Diclinanona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diclinanona calycina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diclinanona calycina is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diclinanona calycina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. Once rooted, the branch can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.
Where to Find Diclinanona calycina
Diclinanona calycina is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Diclinanona calycina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diclinanona calycina?
Diclinanona calycina
What is the common name of Diclinanona calycina?
Calyx Diclinanona
What is the natural habitat of Diclinanona calycina?
Forests and woodlands in tropical South America
Species in the Diclinanona genus
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