Diphyllarium melongense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melongense
ID:
650728
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 3: 184 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650060
Common Names
- Diphyllarium melongense
- Melongense Diphyllarium
- Melong Diphyllarium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphyllarium melongense (also called Melongena Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It has bright yellow daisy-like flowers and grows in clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Diphyllarium melongense is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diphyllarium melongense is white and star-shaped with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphyllarium melongense is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Where to Find Diphyllarium melongense
Diphyllarium melongense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open woodlands and savannas.
Diphyllarium melongense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphyllarium melongense?
Diphyllarium melongense
What is the common name of Diphyllarium melongense?
Melongena Diphyllarium
Where is Diphyllarium melongense native to?
South Africa
Species in the Diphyllarium genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:492708-1: Based on the initial data import