Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
642184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 391 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641516



Common Names

  • Dendrosida parviflora
  • Parviflora Dendrosida
  • Parviflora Dendrosida


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Description

Dendrosida parviflora (also called 'Small-flowered Dendrosida', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to South America. It has small, round leaves and grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosida parviflora is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrosida parviflora is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dendrosida parviflora can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Dendrosida parviflora

Dendrosida parviflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Dendrosida parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosida parviflora?

Dendrosida parviflora

What is the common name of Dendrosida parviflora?

Parviflora

What is the natural habitat of Dendrosida parviflora?

Tropical forests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2761169: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.