Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
microphylla
ID:
648144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 12: 134 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647476



Common Names

  • Microphylla Digoniopterys
  • Small-leaved Digoniopterys
  • Small-leaved Wingnut


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Description

Digoniopterys microphylla (also called Small-leaved Digoniopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Digoniopterys microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as heart problems, asthma, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Digoniopterys microphylla has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are round and black, and its seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Digoniopterys microphylla is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Digoniopterys microphylla

Digoniopterys microphylla is native to South Africa.

Digoniopterys microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Digoniopterys microphylla?

Digoniopterys microphylla

What is the common name of Digoniopterys microphylla?

Small-leaved Digoniopterys

What is the natural habitat of Digoniopterys microphylla?

Woodlands, meadows, and hedgerows

Species in the Digoniopterys genus

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768174: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.