Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
cmp
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ. 34(2): 8 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647105
Common Names
- Didymophysa Fedtschenkoana
- Fedtschenko's Didymophysa
- Fedtschenko Didymophysa
Synonyms
- Didymophysa fedtschenkoana fedtschenkoana [unknown]
Description
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana (also called Fedtschenko's Didymophysa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with ovate to elliptic leaves and white to pink flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands, and is found in dry forests, thickets, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It also has medicinal uses such as treating fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana sub. incisa Junussov & Kamelin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didymophysa fedtschenkoana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana is a perennial plant that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or seed.
Where to Find Didymophysa fedtschenkoana
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Didymophysa fedtschenkoana?
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana
What is the natural habitat of Didymophysa fedtschenkoana?
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana is native to Iran.
What is the flowering period of Didymophysa fedtschenkoana?
Didymophysa fedtschenkoana typically flowers from April to May.
Species in the Didymophysa genus
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Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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