Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
annulata
ID:
160047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Triana

Source:
ipni

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 83 (1871 publ. 1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159376



Common Names

  • Dissochaeta annulata
  • Annulated Dissochaeta
  • Annulated-leaved Dissochaeta


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Description

Dissochaeta annulata (also called Annulated Dissochaeta, 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

Dissochaeta annulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dissochaeta annulata is a white or yellowish-white, 5-petalled flower with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short, hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dissochaeta annulata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 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 Dissochaeta annulata

Dissochaeta annulata is native to Madagascar.

Dissochaeta annulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dissochaeta annulata?

Dissochaeta annulata

What is the family of Dissochaeta annulata?

Acanthaceae

What is the habitat of Dissochaeta annulata?

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,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568324-1: Based on the initial data import