Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
dunnii
ID:
653070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) P.K.Endress

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 90: 30 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652402

Common Names

  • Distyliopsis dunnii
  • Dunn's Distyliopsis
  • Dunn Distyliopsis

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Synonyms

  • Sycopsis philippinensis Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Croton curviflorus Elmer [unknown]
  • Sycopsis dunnii Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Distyliopsis dunnii (also called Dunn's Distyliopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leathery, oblong leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Distyliopsis dunnii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Distyliopsis dunnii has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distyliopsis dunnii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Distyliopsis dunnii

Distyliopsis dunnii is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found growing in moist forests and along streams at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Distyliopsis dunnii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distyliopsis dunnii?

Distyliopsis dunnii

What is the common name of Distyliopsis dunnii?

Dunnii

What is the natural habitat of Distyliopsis dunnii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773278: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Peter Karl Endress (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.K.Endress' in the authors string.