Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
appendiculatum
ID:
509759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedraza

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 4 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509091



Common Names

  • Disterigma Appendiculatum
  • Appendiculatum Disterigma
  • Disterigma Appendiculatum Plant


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Description

Disterigma appendiculatum (also called Appendiculate Disterigma, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Disterigma appendiculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Disterigma appendiculatum has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disterigma appendiculatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Disterigma appendiculatum

Disterigma appendiculatum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Disterigma appendiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disterigma appendiculatum?

Disterigma appendiculatum

What is the common name of Disterigma appendiculatum?

Appendiculate Disterigma

What is the natural habitat of Disterigma appendiculatum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Disterigma genus

Disterigma acuminatum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma agathosmoides, Disterigma alaternoides, Disterigma appendiculatum, Disterigma baguense, Disterigma balslevii, Disterigma bocatorense, Disterigma bracteatum, Disterigma campanulatum, Disterigma campii, Disterigma chocoanum, Disterigma codonanthum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma cuspidatum, Disterigma dissimile, Disterigma dumontii, Disterigma ecuadorense, Disterigma elassanthum, Disterigma empetrifolium, Disterigma fortunense, Disterigma hammelii, Disterigma hiatum, Disterigma humboldtii, Disterigma leucanthum, Disterigma luteynii, Disterigma micranthum, Disterigma microphyllum, Disterigma noyesiae, Disterigma ollacheum, Disterigma ovatum, Disterigma pallidum, Disterigma panamense, Disterigma parallelinerve, Disterigma pentandrum, Disterigma pernettyoides, Disterigma pilosum, Disterigma pseudokillipiella, Disterigma rimbachii, Disterigma staphelioides, Disterigma stereophyllum, Disterigma synanthum, Disterigma terniflorum, Disterigma trimerum, Disterigma ulei, Disterigma utleyorum, Disterigma verruculatum, Disterigma weberbaueri,

Species in the Ericaceae family