Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duckei
ID:
658500

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 12: 777 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657832

Common Names

  • Duckei Duguetia
  • Duguetia Duckei
  • Duckei Duguetia

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Description

Duguetia duckei (also called 'Ducke's Plant' and 'Ducke's Herb', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady places, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Duguetia duckei is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental addition to gardens and outdoor spaces. It is also known for its drought tolerance and can be used as a ground cover in areas with low rainfall.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Duguetia duckei are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duguetia duckei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has large, glossy green leaves and produces small yellow flowers in the spring. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types but prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Duguetia duckei

Duguetia duckei is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Duguetia duckei FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Duguetia duckei?

Duguetia duckei requires well-draining soil, full sun, and occasional watering.

What type of climate is best for Duguetia duckei?

Duguetia duckei prefers a warm, dry climate.

How often should I water Duguetia duckei?

Duguetia duckei should be watered sparingly, only when the soil is completely dry.

Species in the Duguetia genus

Duguetia aberrans, Duguetia amplexifolia, Duguetia antioquensis, Duguetia arenicola, Duguetia argentea, Duguetia aripuanae, Duguetia asterotricha, Duguetia bahiensis, Duguetia barteri, Duguetia cadaverica, Duguetia calycina, Duguetia caniflora, Duguetia cauliflora, Duguetia chrysea, Duguetia chrysocarpa, Duguetia colombiana, Duguetia confinis, Duguetia confusa, Duguetia decurrens, Duguetia dicholepidota, Duguetia dilabens, Duguetia dimorphopetala, Duguetia duckei, Duguetia echinophora, Duguetia elliptica, Duguetia eximia, Duguetia flagellaris, Duguetia furfuracea, Duguetia gardneriana, Duguetia gentryi, Duguetia glabriuscula, Duguetia granvilleana, Duguetia guianensis, Duguetia hadrantha, Duguetia inconspicua, Duguetia lanceolata, Duguetia latifolia, Duguetia lepidota, Duguetia longicuspis, Duguetia lucida, Duguetia macrocalyx, Duguetia macrophylla, Duguetia magnolioidea, Duguetia manausensis, Duguetia marcgraviana, Duguetia megalocarpa, Duguetia megalophylla, Duguetia microphylla, Duguetia moricandiana, Duguetia neglecta,

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

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85695-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.