Diposis bulbocastanum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 668 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650980
Common Names
- Chestnut-Cased Diposis
- Diposis Bulbocastanum
- Chestnut-Cased Diposis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diposis bulbocastanum (also called 'Bulbous Chestnut Diposis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diposis bulbocastanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diposis bulbocastanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diposis bulbocastanum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Diposis bulbocastanum
Diposis bulbocastanum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Diposis bulbocastanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diposis bulbocastanum?
Diposis bulbocastanum
What is the family of Diposis bulbocastanum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Diposis bulbocastanum found?
It is found in tropical Asia.
Species in the Diposis genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2771816: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.