Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
viminalis
ID:
160034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) Kuntze

Source:
ipni

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 246 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159363



Common Names

  • Diplectria viminalis
  • Viminal Diplectria
  • Viminal-leaved Diplectria


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Synonyms

  • Dissochaeta viminalis (Jack) Clausing [valid]
  • Anplectrum confine Blume [unknown]
  • Anplectrum pallens Blume [unknown]
  • Anplectrum rostratum Blume [unknown]
  • Anplectrum viminale Blume [unknown]
  • Backeria pallens (Blume) Raizada [unknown]
  • Backeria viminalis (Jack) Bakh.f. [unknown]
  • Diplectria anomala (King) Veldkamp [unknown]
  • Diplectria confinis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diplectria pallens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diplectria rostrata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dissochaeta anomala King [unknown]
  • Melastoma rostratum Blume [illegitimate]
  • Melastoma viminale Jack [unknown]

Description

Diplectria viminalis (also called Small-leaf Diplectria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in damp, shady areas, such as wet forests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Diplectria viminalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural air purifier and to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplectria viminalis is small and yellow in color. Its seeds are small and black in color. Its seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplectria viminalis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Diplectria viminalis

Diplectria viminalis is native to Madagascar.

Diplectria viminalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplectria viminalis?

Diplectria viminalis

What is the family of Diplectria viminalis?

Acanthaceae

What is the habitat of Diplectria viminalis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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,

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