Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
darienensis
ID:
503416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Herald : 166 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502748

Common Names

  • Darien Strychnos
  • Darien Nightshade
  • Darien Monkey Apple

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Description

Strychnos darienensis (also called Darien Strychnos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane forests. It prefers moist soils and can be found in areas of high rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Strychnos darienensis has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an anti-inflammatory agent. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strychnos darienensis is white with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is round and black with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strychnos darienensis is a small tree native to Central and South America. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted. The tree should be grown in a sunny location and should be watered regularly. Pruning should be done to keep the tree in shape.

Where to Find Strychnos darienensis

Strychnos darienensis is native to Central America. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, and is often found in meadows and wetlands.

Strychnos darienensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Strychnos darienensis?

Strychnos darienensis is found in the tropical and subtropical dry forests of South America.

What is the typical height of Strychnos darienensis?

Strychnos darienensis typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What is the typical lifespan of Strychnos darienensis?

Strychnos darienensis typically lives for up to 25 years.

Species in the Strychnos genus

Strychnos tomentosa, Strychnos zenkeri, Strychnos vitiensis, Strychnos trichocalyx, Strychnos toxifera, Strychnos torresiana, Strychnos villosa, Strychnos variabilis, Strychnos usambarensis, Strychnos urceolata, Strychnos vanprukii, Strychnos chrysophylla, Strychnos cogens, Strychnos coriacea, Strychnos cocculoides, Strychnos congolana, Strychnos brachiata, Strychnos bredemeyeri, Strychnos brasiliensis, Strychnos cerradoensis, Strychnos brachistantha, Strychnos borneensis, Strychnos camptoneura, Strychnos campicola, Strychnos floribunda, Strychnos flavescens, Strychnos fendleri, Strychnos fallax, Strychnos fulvotomentosa, Strychnos erichsonii, Strychnos gossweileri, Strychnos goiasensis, Strychnos gardneri, Strychnos dalzellii, Strychnos densiflora, Strychnos darienensis, Strychnos dale, Strychnos daclacensis, Strychnos curtisii, Strychnos cuniculina, Strychnos davidsei, Strychnos duckei, Strychnos diaboli, Strychnos dinhensis, Strychnos dolichothyrsa, Strychnos asterantha, Strychnos asperula, Strychnos angolensis, Strychnos andamanensis, Strychnos barteri,

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,