Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
inflatus
ID:
1326838

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Maxwell & Nangngam

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 65: 202 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339292



Common Names

  • Didymocarpus inflatus
  • Inflated Didymocarpus
  • Mountain Didymocarpus


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Description

Didymocarpus inflatus (also called Inflated Didymocarpus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. Its leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin. The flowers are white and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Didymocarpus inflatus is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Didymocarpus inflatus is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Didymocarpus inflatus is a perennial herb that is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It prefers a slightly acidic soil pH. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections, then replant in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Didymocarpus inflatus

Didymocarpus inflatus is native to the island of Java in Indonesia.

Didymocarpus inflatus FAQ

What is the common name of Didymocarpus inflatus?

Common name of Didymocarpus inflatus is Inflated Didymocarpus

What is the scientific classification of Didymocarpus inflatus?

Didymocarpus inflatus belongs to the family Gesneriaceae and genus Didymocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Didymocarpus inflatus?

Didymocarpus inflatus is native to Thailand and can be found in evergreen forests

Species in the Didymocarpus genus

Didymocarpus acuminatus, Didymocarpus adenocalyx, Didymocarpus adenocarpus, Didymocarpus albicaulis, Didymocarpus andersonii, Didymocarpus antirrhinoides, Didymocarpus aromaticus, Didymocarpus aurantiacus, Didymocarpus aureoglandulosus, Didymocarpus barbinervius, Didymocarpus bhutanicus, Didymocarpus bicolor, Didymocarpus biserratus, Didymocarpus bracteatus, Didymocarpus bullatus, Didymocarpus burkei, Didymocarpus cinereus, Didymocarpus citrina, Didymocarpus corchorifolius, Didymocarpus cordatus, Didymocarpus cortusifolius, Didymocarpus curvicapsus, Didymocarpus denticulatus, Didymocarpus dongrakensis, Didymocarpus elatior, Didymocarpus epithemoides, Didymocarpus gageanus, Didymocarpus geesinkianus, Didymocarpus glandulosus, Didymocarpus graciliflorus, Didymocarpus grandidentatus, Didymocarpus heucherifolius, Didymocarpus hookeri, Didymocarpus insulsus, Didymocarpus kerrii, Didymocarpus leiboensis, Didymocarpus lineicapsa, Didymocarpus macrophyllus, Didymocarpus margaritae, Didymocarpus medogensis, Didymocarpus megaphyllus, Didymocarpus mengtze, Didymocarpus mollis, Didymocarpus mortonii, Didymocarpus nanophyton, Didymocarpus newmanii, Didymocarpus oblongus, Didymocarpus ovatus, Didymocarpus parryorum, Didymocarpus paucinervius,

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

J.F. Maxwell (1945-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Maxwell' in the authors string.
Pranee Nangngam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nangngam' in the authors string.