Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
1414584

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge ex Boiss.) F.Ghahrem.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iran [ed. M. Assadi et al.] 144: 673. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427049





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Description

Iphiona discoidea (also called Disc-like iphiona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Iphiona discoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Iphiona discoidea has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphiona discoidea is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated by seed and can be cultivated in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It is tolerant of drought and can withstand some shade.

Where to Find Iphiona discoidea

Iphiona discoidea is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Iphiona discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphiona discoidea?

Iphiona discoidea

What are the common names of Iphiona discoidea?

Mountain iphiona, mountain ebony

What is the natural habitat of Iphiona discoidea?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Farrokh Ghahremaninejad (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ghahrem.' in the authors string.