Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
contorquens
ID:
1306525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Choisy) A.R.Simões & Staples

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 183: 574 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318979



Common Names

  • Distimake contorquens
  • Contorquens Distimake
  • Distimake


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Uses & Benefits

Distimake contorquens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Distimake contorquens has white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have four petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and are about 2 cm in height.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distimake contorquens is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Distimake contorquens

Distimake contorquens is native to Brazil. It is found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro.

Distimake contorquens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distimake contorquens?

Distimake contorquens

What type of plant is Distimake contorquens?

Distimake contorquens is a species of plant in the Bromeliaceae family.

Where is Distimake contorquens found?

Distimake contorquens is found in Brazil.

Species in the Distimake genus

Distimake contorquens, Distimake ericoides, Distimake flagellaris, Distimake hirsutus, Distimake hoehnei, Distimake igneus, Distimake maragniensis, Distimake repens, Distimake tomentosus, Distimake hasslerianus, Distimake tuberosus, Distimake ternifoliolus, Distimake subpalmatus, Distimake kentrocaulos, Distimake dimorphophyllus, Distimake grandiflorus, Distimake guerichii, Distimake kimberleyensis, Distimake digitatus, Distimake davenportii, Distimake cissoides, Distimake cielensis, Distimake bipinnatipartitus, Distimake austinii, Distimake aureus, Distimake aturensis, Distimake ampelophyllus, Distimake aegyptius, Distimake macdonaldii, Distimake quinquefolius, Distimake rhyncorhiza, Distimake semisagittus, Distimake somalensis, Distimake stellatus, Distimake quinatus, Distimake macrocalyx, Distimake multisectus, Distimake nervosus, Distimake palmeri, Distimake quercifolius, Distimake weberbaueri, Distimake lobulibracteatus, Distimake dissectus,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

Jacques Denys Choisy (1799-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choisy' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
Ana Rita Simões: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Simões' in the authors string.