Status:
valid
Authors:
D.F.Austin
Source:
tro
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 60: 405 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237794
Common Names
- Dicranostyles globostigma
- Globostigma Tree
- Globostigma
Description
Dicranostyles globostigma (also called Globe-stigmatized Dicranostyles, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and wet premontane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dicranostyles globostigma is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicranostyles globostigma has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dicranostyles globostigma is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Dicranostyles globostigma
Dicranostyles globostigma is native to the Caribbean.
Dicranostyles globostigma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicranostyles globostigma?
Dicranostyles globostigma
What is the common name of Dicranostyles globostigma?
Globose-Stigmed Dicranostyles
What type of plant is Dicranostyles globostigma?
Tropical shrub
Species in the Dicranostyles genus
Dicranostyles guianensis,
Dicranostyles globostigma,
Dicranostyles costanensis,
Dicranostyles solimoesensis,
Dicranostyles densa,
Dicranostyles falconiana,
Dicranostyles ampla,
Dicranostyles holostyla,
Dicranostyles integra,
Dicranostyles laxa,
Dicranostyles longifolia,
Dicranostyles mildbraediana,
Dicranostyles scandens,
Dicranostyles villosus,
Dicranostyles sericea,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,