Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
beccariana
ID:
159987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Ridl. ex M.P.Nayar

Source:
ipni

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20(1): 157 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159316



Common Names

  • Beccariana Dalenia
  • Beccariana Daisy
  • Beccariana Creochiton


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Synonyms

  • Anplectrum beccarianum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Dalenia furfuracea Ridl. [unknown]
  • Dalenia pubescens Merr. [unknown]
  • Diplectria beccariana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dissochaeta pubescens (Merr.) Karton. [valid]

Description

Dalenia beccariana (also called Beccari's Dalenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in moist and shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Dalenia beccariana has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalenia beccariana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalenia beccariana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate some drought. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Dalenia beccariana

Dalenia beccariana is found in the tropical rainforest of the Malay Peninsula.

Dalenia beccariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalenia beccariana?

Dalenia beccariana

What is the natural habitat of Dalenia beccariana?

Montane forests in Costa Rica

What is the flowering season of Dalenia beccariana?

Flowers from April to May

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568143-1: Based on the initial data import