Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas
Source:
cmp
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 121: 476 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657845
Common Names
- Granvilleana Duguetia
- Duguetia Granvilleana
- Granvilleana Duguetia
Description
Duguetia granvilleana (also called Granville Duguetia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with a woody base and a few stems that grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Trinidad and Tobago, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Duguetia granvilleana is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental addition to gardens and outdoor spaces. It is also known for its drought tolerance and can be used as a ground cover in areas with low rainfall.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Duguetia granvilleana has small yellow flowers with four petals and a long, thin seed pod. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Duguetia granvilleana is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or by division of the root system.
Where to Find Duguetia granvilleana
Duguetia granvilleana is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is found in the understory of the forest, in moist, shady areas.
Duguetia granvilleana FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Duguetia granvilleana?
Duguetia granvilleana requires well-draining soil, full sun, and occasional watering.
What type of climate is best for Duguetia granvilleana?
Duguetia granvilleana prefers a warm, dry climate.
How often should I water Duguetia granvilleana?
Duguetia granvilleana should be watered sparingly, only when the soil is completely dry.
Species in the Duguetia genus
Duguetia aberrans,
Duguetia amplexifolia,
Duguetia antioquensis,
Duguetia arenicola,
Duguetia argentea,
Duguetia aripuanae,
Duguetia asterotricha,
Duguetia bahiensis,
Duguetia barteri,
Duguetia cadaverica,
Duguetia calycina,
Duguetia caniflora,
Duguetia cauliflora,
Duguetia chrysea,
Duguetia chrysocarpa,
Duguetia colombiana,
Duguetia confinis,
Duguetia confusa,
Duguetia decurrens,
Duguetia dicholepidota,
Duguetia dilabens,
Duguetia dimorphopetala,
Duguetia duckei,
Duguetia echinophora,
Duguetia elliptica,
Duguetia eximia,
Duguetia flagellaris,
Duguetia furfuracea,
Duguetia gardneriana,
Duguetia gentryi,
Duguetia glabriuscula,
Duguetia granvilleana,
Duguetia guianensis,
Duguetia hadrantha,
Duguetia inconspicua,
Duguetia lanceolata,
Duguetia latifolia,
Duguetia lepidota,
Duguetia longicuspis,
Duguetia lucida,
Duguetia macrocalyx,
Duguetia macrophylla,
Duguetia magnolioidea,
Duguetia manausensis,
Duguetia marcgraviana,
Duguetia megalocarpa,
Duguetia megalophylla,
Duguetia microphylla,
Duguetia moricandiana,
Duguetia neglecta,
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,