Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
tessmannii
ID:
646402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 174 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645734

Common Names

  • Tessmannii Diclinanona
  • Diclinanona Tessmannii
  • Diclinanona tessmannii

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Description

Diclinanona tessmannii (also called Tessmann's 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 tessmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diclinanona tessmannii is white in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diclinanona tessmannii 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 tessmannii

Diclinanona tessmannii is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Diclinanona tessmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diclinanona tessmannii?

Diclinanona tessmannii

What is the common name of Diclinanona tessmannii?

Tessmann's Diclinanona

What is the natural habitat of Diclinanona tessmannii?

Forests and woodlands in tropical South America

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:79677-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.