Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 179 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647104
Common Names
- Didymophysa Aucheri
- Aucher's Didymophysa
- Aucher Didymophysa
Description
Didymophysa aucheri (also called Aucher's Didymophysa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with ovate to elliptic leaves and white to pink flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands, and is found in dry forests, thickets, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Didymophysa aucheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It also has medicinal uses such as treating fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didymophysa aucheri is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Didymophysa aucheri is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle.
Where to Find Didymophysa aucheri
Didymophysa aucheri can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Didymophysa aucheri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Didymophysa aucheri?
Didymophysa aucheri
What is the natural habitat of Didymophysa aucheri?
Didymophysa aucheri is native to Iran.
What is the flowering period of Didymophysa aucheri?
Didymophysa aucheri typically flowers from April to May.
Species in the Didymophysa genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,