Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
lateralis
ID:
397998

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) Gouda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 134 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397330



Common Names

  • Disteganthus lateralis
  • Lateralis Disteganthus
  • Disteganthus


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Description

Disteganthus lateralis (also called Lateral Disteganthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall and has yellow flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Disteganthus lateralis is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Disteganthus lateralis has small yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disteganthus lateralis is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It is native to Mexico and Central and South America. It is often found in wetter areas such as swamps and lowland forests. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are ready to be transplanted.

Where to Find Disteganthus lateralis

Disteganthus lateralis is native to Central and South America.

Disteganthus lateralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disteganthus lateralis?

Disteganthus lateralis

What is the family of Disteganthus lateralis?

Orchidaceae

Where is Disteganthus lateralis found?

Brazil

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Eric Gouda (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1099074-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].