Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
duckei
ID:
1317214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Yakovlev) D.B.O.S.Cardoso & H.C.Lima

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa110: 13 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329668



Common Names

  • Staminodianthus duckei
  • Ducke's Staminodianthus
  • Ducke's Staminodianthus Plant


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Description

Staminodianthus duckei (also called Staminodianthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, oblong-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Staminodianthus duckei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Staminodianthus duckei has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staminodianthus duckei is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Staminodianthus duckei

Staminodianthus duckei can be found in Brazil.

Staminodianthus duckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staminodianthus duckei?

Staminodianthus duckei

What is the common name of Staminodianthus duckei?

Ducke's Staminodianthus

What type of plant is Staminodianthus duckei?

Herbaceous plant

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.
Haroldo Cavalcante de Lima (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Lima' in the authors string.
Domingos Benício Oliveira Silva Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.O.S.Cardoso' in the authors string.