Diastatea virgata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
832243
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scheidw.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Allg. Gartenzeitung 9: 396 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831578
Common Names
- Virgata Diastatea
- Diastatea virgata
- Virgata Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diastatea virgata (also called Virgate 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 virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diastatea virgata sub. ciliata (McVaugh) LammersDiastatea virgata sub. virgata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diastatea virgata 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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Cultivation and propagation of Diastatea virgata is best done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation can also be done by stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Diastatea virgata
Diastatea virgata is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical deciduous forests.
Diastatea virgata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diastatea virgata?
Diastatea virgata
What is the natural habitat of Diastatea virgata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What are the common names of Diastatea virgata?
It is commonly known as the Virgate 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-368821: Based on the initial data import
Michael Joseph François Scheidweiler (1799-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheidw.' in the authors string.