Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
637469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad. ex Schult. & Schult.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: ix (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636801



Common Names

  • Dactylaena micrantha
  • Micranthous Dactylaena
  • Micranthous Dactylaena Tree


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Synonyms

  • Cleome micrantha Schrad. ex Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Cleome monandra DC. [unknown]

Description

Dactylaena micrantha (also called Small-flowered Dactylaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, typically reaching a height of 8–15 m (26–49 ft). It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America and is found in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dactylaena micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for dry climates. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dactylaena micrantha are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dactylaena micrantha is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is propagated from seed. The seeds are sown in a nursery bed and the seedlings are transplanted to the field when they are about one year old.

Where to Find Dactylaena micrantha

Dactylaena micrantha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Dactylaena micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactylaena micrantha?

Dactylaena micrantha

What is the natural habitat of Dactylaena micrantha?

Dry grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands

What are the common names of Dactylaena micrantha?

Small-flowered False Dandelion

Species in the Cleomaceae family

Cleome aculeata, Cleome affinis, Cleome africana, Cleome afrospina, Cleome albescens, Cleome aldenella, Cleome allamani, Cleome amblyocarpa, Cleome angustifolia, Cleome anomala, Cleome arabica, Cleome ariana, Cleome aspera, Cleome augustinensis, Cleome bojeri, Cleome boliviensis, Cleome bororensis, Cleome brachiata, Cleome brachycarpa, Cleome brachystyla, Cleome brasiliensis, Cleome brevipetiolata, Cleome briquetii, Cleome burttii, Cleome carnosa, Cleome chapalaensis, Cleome chelidonii, Cleome chilensis, Cleome chodatiana, Cleome chrysantha, Cleome circassica, Cleome cleomoides, Cleome coeruleo-rosea, Cleome coluteoides, Cleome conrathii, Cleome cordobensis, Cleome costaricensis, Cleome cremoloba, Cleome crenopetala, Cleome decipiens, Cleome dendroidea, Cleome densifolia, Cleome dichotoma, Cleome diffusa, Cleome dodecandra, Cleome dodecaphylla, Cleome drepanocarpa, Cleome droserifolia, Cleome dumosa, Cleome ecuadorica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2755194: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Julius Hermann Schultes (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.f.' in the authors string.