Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
venezuelana
ID:
379961

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aymard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 10: 128 (1997).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379293



Common Names

  • Neodillenia venezuelana
  • Venezuelana Neodillenia
  • Neodillenia Venezuelana


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Description

Neodillenia venezuelana (also called Venezuelan Dillenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Venezuela. It typically grows to a height of 4-6 m, with a trunk diameter of up to 25 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neodillenia venezuelana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neodillenia venezuelana has small, yellow flowers with three petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neodillenia venezuelana is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is a perennial herb that grows in wet forests and is cultivated as an ornamental plant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the softwood of the stem and placed in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Neodillenia venezuelana

Neodillenia venezuelana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Neodillenia venezuelana FAQ

What are the common names of Neodillenia venezuelana?

Neodillenia venezuelana is commonly known as the Venezuelan Neodillenia

What is the growth rate of Neodillenia venezuelana?

Neodillenia venezuelana has a slow to moderate growth rate

What is the optimal temperature for Neodillenia venezuelana?

Neodillenia venezuelana prefers temperatures between 60-85°F

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References