Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
guianensis
ID:
1220499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mennega

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 71: 554 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219837

Common Names

  • Dicranostyles guianensis
  • Guian Dicranostyles
  • Guianensis Dicranostyles

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Description

Dicranostyles guianensis (also called 'Guianan Dicranostyles', among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial herb with small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranostyles guianensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicranostyles guianensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranostyles guianensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Dicranostyles guianensis

Dicranostyles guianensis is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Dicranostyles guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranostyles guianensis?

Dicranostyles guianensis

What is the common name of Dicranostyles guianensis?

Guianan Dicranostyles

What is the habitat of Dicranostyles guianensis?

Dicranostyles guianensis is found in moist forests and grasslands of the Himalayas

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,

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