Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
nervosus
ID:
1411998

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 183(4): 574. 2017 [17 Apr 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424463



Common Names

  • Distimake nervosus
  • Nervous Distimake
  • Nervous Bush


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Description

Distimake nervosus (also called Nervous Distimake, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a short, thin stem. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Distimake nervosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distimake nervosus is yellow with a white centre and has a long, slender spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distimake nervosus is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil that is high in organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Distimake nervosus

Distimake nervosus is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Distimake nervosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distimake nervosus?

Distimake nervosus

What is the natural habitat of Distimake nervosus?

Distimake nervosus is found in the humid forests of Central and South America.

What type of plant is Distimake nervosus?

Distimake nervosus is a species of shrub.

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

Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' 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.