Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
1334723

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Trofimov & Rohwer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 992 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347177



Common Names

  • Damburneya salicifolia
  • Willow-leaved Damburneya
  • Salicifolia Damburneya


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Description

Damburneya salicifolia (also called Damburneya salicifolia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Damburneya salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Damburneya salicifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Damburneya salicifolia can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Damburneya salicifolia

Damburneya salicifolia is native to Mexico. It can be found in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Damburneya salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Damburneya salicifolia?

Damburneya salicifolia

What is the common name of Damburneya salicifolia?

Salicifolia Damburneya

Where is Damburneya salicifolia found?

Damburneya salicifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Jens Gunter Rohwer (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rohwer' in the authors string.
Dimitrij Trofimov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trofimov' in the authors string.