Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
1306526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Petrongari & Sim.-Bianch.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 340(3): 297. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318980



Common Names

  • Distimake ericoides
  • Ericoides Distimake
  • Distimake


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Uses & Benefits

Distimake ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and to prevent erosion. The plant is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distimake ericoides is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distimake ericoides 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 ericoides

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

Distimake ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distimake ericoides?

Distimake ericoides

What type of plant is Distimake ericoides?

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

Where is Distimake ericoides found?

Distimake ericoides 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

Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Rosangela Simão-Bianchini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sim.-Bianch.' in the authors string.
Fernanda Satori Petrongari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petrongari' in the authors string.