Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duidae
ID:
1054013

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.9: 342 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053351



Common Names

  • Dicymbe duidae
  • Dui Dicymbe
  • Dui-Leaved Dicymbe


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Description

Dicymbe duidae (also called Duidae Dicymbe, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dicymbe duidae has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. It is also used as a soil conditioner, as it helps to improve soil fertility and water retention.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicymbe duidae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicymbe duidae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dicymbe duidae

Dicymbe duidae is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Species in the Fabaceae family