Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Léonard) Estrella
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn.44: 149 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506966
Common Names
- Daniellia pilosa
- Hairy Daniellia
- Pilosa Daniellia
Synonyms
- Daniellia soyauxii pilosa J.Léonard [valid]
Description
Daniellia pilosa (also called Hairy Daniellia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree up to 5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands. It has small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip and a hairy underside.
Uses & Benefits
Daniellia pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating fever and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Daniellia pilosa is white or yellowish-white in color, and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and slightly curved. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daniellia pilosa is a small shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.
Where to Find Daniellia pilosa
Daniellia pilosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Daniellia pilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daniellia pilosa?
Daniellia pilosa
What is the natural habitat of Daniellia pilosa?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flower color of Daniellia pilosa?
White or pink
Species in the Daniellia genus
Daniellia alsteeniana,
Daniellia klainei,
Daniellia oblonga,
Daniellia ogea,
Daniellia oliveri,
Daniellia pynaertii,
Daniellia soyauxii,
Daniellia thurifera,
Daniellia pilosa,
Daniellia glandulosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family