Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
645621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 6[23]: 122. 1862 [15 May 1862]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644953



Common Names

  • Dicellostyles axillaris
  • Axillaris Dicellostyles
  • Dicellostyles


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Synonyms

  • Kydia axillaris Thwaites [unknown]

Description

Dicellostyles axillaris (also called 'Axillary Dicellostyles', among many other common names) is a small shrub with multiple stems, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, and its natural habitat is moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dicellostyles axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicellostyles axillaris has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicellostyles axillaris is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dicellostyles axillaris

Dicellostyles axillaris is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Dicellostyles axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicellostyles axillaris?

Dicellostyles axillaris

What are the common names of Dicellostyles axillaris?

Axillary Dicellostyles

What is the natural habitat of Dicellostyles axillaris?

Grassland

Species in the Dicellostyles genus

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,

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