Diastatea ghiesbreghtii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ghiesbreghtii
ID:
832234
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lem.) E.Wimm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 56: 333 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831569
Common Names
- Ghiesbreght's Diastatea
- Diastatea ghiesbreghtii
- Ghiesbreght's Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii (also called Ghiesbreght's Diastatea, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Anacardiaceae. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry savanna to moist lowland forest.
Uses & Benefits
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diastatea ghiesbreghtii are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is usually found in dry forest and coastal habitats. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diastatea ghiesbreghtii
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical deciduous forests.
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diastatea ghiesbreghtii?
Diastatea ghiesbreghtii
What is the natural habitat of Diastatea ghiesbreghtii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What are the common names of Diastatea ghiesbreghtii?
It is commonly known as the Ghiesbreghtii Diastatea.
Species in the Diastatea genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368812: Based on the initial data import
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.
Franz Elfried Wimmer (1881-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Wimm.' in the authors string.