Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
frutescens
ID:
647210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 67 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646542

Common Names

  • Frutescens Didissandra
  • Didissandra Frutescens
  • Frutescens Dictyoneura

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Synonyms

  • Didymocarpus frutescens Jack [unknown]
  • Henckelia frutescens Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Didissandra frutescens (also called 'Shrubby Didissandra', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Didissandra frutescens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Didissandra frutescens is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Didissandra frutescens can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Didissandra frutescens

Didissandra frutescens can be found in Brazil.

Didissandra frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Didissandra frutescens?

Didissandra frutescens

What is the natural habitat of Didissandra frutescens?

Didissandra frutescens is native to Central and South America.

What is the average height of Didissandra frutescens?

Didissandra frutescens can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

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-2767260: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.