Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
rimicola
ID:
652421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kerr

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 463 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651753

Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • String of Nickels
  • Pocket Plant

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Description

Dischidia rimicola (also called Rimicola Dischidia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic vine native to India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is a succulent, evergreen, perennial climber with thick, fleshy, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical rainforests, on trees and rocks, and in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dischidia rimicola is an ornamental plant that is used in hanging baskets and terrariums. It is also known as the 'String of Nickels' and is a popular houseplant due to its easy care and attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dischidia rimicola has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dischidia rimicola is a tropical epiphytic vine that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings. To cultivate, it needs a well-draining soil mix and bright, indirect light. It is also tolerant of some shade. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Dischidia rimicola

Dischidia rimicola is native to India and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Dischidia rimicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dischidia rimicola?

Dischidia rimicola

What type of plant is Dischidia rimicola?

Dischidia rimicola is a type of succulent plant.

Where is Dischidia rimicola native to?

Dischidia rimicola is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Dischidia genus

Dischidia aberrans, Dischidia acuminata, Dischidia acutifolia, Dischidia albida, Dischidia albiflora, Dischidia alternans, Dischidia amphorantha, Dischidia angustifolia, Dischidia antennifera, Dischidia asperifolia, Dischidia astephana, Dischidia atropurpurea, Dischidia australis, Dischidia bengalensis, Dischidia bisetulosa, Dischidia boholensis, Dischidia calva, Dischidia chinensis, Dischidia cleistantha, Dischidia clemensiae, Dischidia cochleata, Dischidia cominsii, Dischidia complex, Dischidia cornuta, Dischidia crassifolia, Dischidia crassula, Dischidia cyclophylla, Dischidia cylindrica, Dischidia dasyphylla, Dischidia deschampsii, Dischidia digitiformis, Dischidia dohtii, Dischidia dolichantha, Dischidia elmei, Dischidia ericiflora, Dischidia formosana, Dischidia fruticulosa, Dischidia galactantha, Dischidia gibbifera, Dischidia griffithii, Dischidia hahliana, Dischidia hirsuta, Dischidia hollrungii, Dischidia hoyella, Dischidia imbricata, Dischidia immortalis, Dischidia indragirensis, Dischidia insularis, Dischidia khasiana, Dischidia lanceolata,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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