Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
matogrossensis
ID:
646401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 115: 79 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645733

Common Names

  • Matogrossensis Diclinanona
  • Diclinanona Matogrossensis
  • Diclinanona matogrossensis

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Description

Diclinanona matogrossensis (also called Matogrossense Diclinanona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of Brazil, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diclinanona matogrossensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diclinanona matogrossensis is a white or cream-colored, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diclinanona matogrossensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. Once rooted, the branch can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.

Where to Find Diclinanona matogrossensis

Diclinanona matogrossensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Cerrado biome.

Diclinanona matogrossensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diclinanona matogrossensis?

Diclinanona matogrossensis

What is the common name of Diclinanona matogrossensis?

Mato Grosso Diclinanona

What is the natural habitat of Diclinanona matogrossensis?

Forests and woodlands in tropical South America

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

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301456-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.