Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dielsii
ID:
373662

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Sinclair

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 15: 14 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372994



Common Names

  • Mitrella dielsii
  • Mitrella
  • Dielsii


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Description

Mitrella dielsii (also called 'Diels' Mitrella', among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mitrella dielsii is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitrella dielsii is a white or yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitrella dielsii is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Mitrella dielsii

Mitrella dielsii can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Mitrella dielsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitrella dielsii?

Mitrella dielsii

What is the common name of Mitrella dielsii?

Diels' Mitrella

What is the natural habitat of Mitrella dielsii?

Dry grasslands, open forests, and disturbed sites

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

James Sinclair (1913-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sinclair' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73970-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.