Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
hispaniolica
ID:
638740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nevling

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 46: 275, fig. 6. 1960

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638072

Common Names

  • Daphnopsis Hispaniolica
  • Hispaniolica Daphnopsis
  • Hispaniolica

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Description

Daphnopsis hispaniolica (also called Hispaniola Daphnopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in moist forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Daphnopsis hispaniolica can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Daphnopsis hispaniolica are white or pinkish-white, and have five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of narrow, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Daphnopsis hispaniolica: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until roots form.

Where to Find Daphnopsis hispaniolica

Daphnopsis hispaniolica is native to Central America and South America.

Daphnopsis hispaniolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphnopsis hispaniolica?

Daphnopsis hispaniolica

What is the natural habitat of Daphnopsis hispaniolica?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Daphnopsis hispaniolica?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Daphnopsis genus

Daphnopsis alainii, Daphnopsis alpestris, Daphnopsis americana, Daphnopsis angustifolia, Daphnopsis anomala, Daphnopsis bissei, Daphnopsis boliviana, Daphnopsis brasiliensis, Daphnopsis brevifolia, Daphnopsis calcicola, Daphnopsis caracasana, Daphnopsis coriacea, Daphnopsis correae, Daphnopsis costaricensis, Daphnopsis crassifolia, Daphnopsis crispotomentosa, Daphnopsis cuneata, Daphnopsis dircoides, Daphnopsis ekmanii, Daphnopsis equatorialis, Daphnopsis espinosae, Daphnopsis fasciculata, Daphnopsis ficina, Daphnopsis filipedunculata, Daphnopsis flavida, Daphnopsis folsomii, Daphnopsis gemmiflora, Daphnopsis grandis, Daphnopsis granitica, Daphnopsis granvillei, Daphnopsis guacacoa, Daphnopsis guaiquinimae, Daphnopsis hammelii, Daphnopsis helleriana, Daphnopsis hispaniolica, Daphnopsis lagunae, Daphnopsis liebmannii, Daphnopsis longipedunculata, Daphnopsis macrocarpa, Daphnopsis macrophylla, Daphnopsis malacophylla, Daphnopsis martii, Daphnopsis megacarpa, Daphnopsis mexiae, Daphnopsis mollis, Daphnopsis monocephala, Daphnopsis morii, Daphnopsis nevlingiana, Daphnopsis nevlingii, Daphnopsis oblongifolia,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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