Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tenerrimum
ID:
645492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Walp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 6: 403 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644824



Common Names

  • Diastema Tenerrimum
  • Tenerrimum Diastema
  • Tenerrimum Toothcup


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Synonyms

  • Achimenes tenerrima (Poepp.) Benth. ex Walp. [unknown]
  • Achimenes tenerrima Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Trevirana tenerrima Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]

Description

Diastema tenerrimum (also called Soft Diastema, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear to lanceolate leaves and white, yellow, or pink flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Diastema tenerrimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soils. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diastema tenerrimum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diastema tenerrimum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is generally pest and disease free. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Diastema tenerrimum

Diastema tenerrimum can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Diastema tenerrimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastema tenerrimum?

Diastema tenerrimum

What is the natural habitat of Diastema tenerrimum?

Dry, rocky areas in Central America

What type of plant is Diastema tenerrimum?

A perennial herb

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765457: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.