Status:
valid
Authors:
Randi, D.C.Thomas & Wijedasa
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 530: 121 (2022)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001397
Common Names
- Disepalum Rawagambut
- Rawagambut Disepalum
- Rawagambut's Disepalum
Description
Disepalum rawagambut (also called Rawagambut Disepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Africa. It has small, white flowers and glossy green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Disepalum rawagambut is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disepalum rawagambut has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have two, oval, green cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disepalum rawagambut is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Tanzania. It is a small tree, growing to a height of up to 8 meters. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 meters. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.
Where to Find Disepalum rawagambut
Disepalum rawagambut is native to Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.
Disepalum rawagambut FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disepalum rawagambut?
Disepalum rawagambut
What type of plant is Disepalum rawagambut?
It is a shrub
Where is Disepalum rawagambut found?
It is found in East Africa
Species in the Disepalum genus
Disepalum aciculare,
Disepalum acuminatissimum,
Disepalum anomalum,
Disepalum coronatum,
Disepalum longipes,
Disepalum petelotii,
Disepalum plagioneurum,
Disepalum platypetalum,
Disepalum pulchrum,
Disepalum rawagambut,
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,