Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ditassoides
ID:
244367

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Didr.) Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 958 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243699



Common Names

  • Microstachys ditassoides
  • Ditassoides Microstachys
  • Microstachys


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Synonyms

  • Microstachys sessilifolia hastata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania ditassoides (Didr.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Microstachys sessilifolia apiculata (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania ditassoides villosa Glaz. [unknown]
  • Cnemidostachys ditassoides Didr. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania ditassoides genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Microstachys ditassoides (also called Ditassoid Microstachys, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Microstachys ditassoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as a flavoring in cooking.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Microstachys ditassoides sub. ditassoides
Microstachys ditassoides sub. villosa M.J.Silva & Esser

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microstachys ditassoides is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is round and black. The seedling is small and has a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microstachys ditassoides is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by cuttings, layering, or seed. The seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Microstachys ditassoides

Microstachys ditassoides is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Microstachys ditassoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microstachys ditassoides?

Microstachys ditassoides

What is the family of Microstachys ditassoides?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Microstachys ditassoides?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-127634: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Didrichsen (1814-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Didr.' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.