Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trunciflora
ID:
643011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltdl. & Cham.) G.E.Schatz ex Maas, E.A.Mennega & Westra

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Candollea 49: 419 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642343



Common Names

  • Desmopsis Trunciflora
  • Truncate-Flowered Desmopsis
  • Truncate-Flowered False Tamarind


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Synonyms

  • Xylopicrum trunciflorum (Schltdl. & Cham.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Desmopsis trunciflora (also called Truncate-flowered Desmopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Desmopsis trunciflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmopsis trunciflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmopsis trunciflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Desmopsis trunciflora

Descmopsis trunciflora can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Desmopsis trunciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmopsis trunciflora?

Desmopsis trunciflora

What is the natural habitat of Desmopsis trunciflora?

Desmopsis trunciflora is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

What is the average height of Desmopsis trunciflora?

Desmopsis trunciflora typically grows to a height of 5-7 feet.

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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979460-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.