Dissochaeta nodosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nodosa
ID:
160095
Status:
valid
Authors:
Korth.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Verh. Nat. Gesch. Ned. Bezitt., Bot. : 239 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159424
Common Names
- Nodosa
- Nodosa Dissochaeta
- Dissochaeta Nodosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dissochaeta nodosa (also called Nodose Dissochaeta, among many other common names) is a small shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand and is typically found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Dissochaeta nodosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its wood, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dissochaeta nodosa is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dissochaeta nodosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Dissochaeta nodosa
Dissochaeta nodosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Dissochaeta nodosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dissochaeta nodosa?
Dissochaeta nodosa
What is the family of Dissochaeta nodosa?
Acanthaceae
What is the habitat of Dissochaeta nodosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Dissochaeta genus
Dissochaeta acmura, Dissochaeta alstonii, Dissochaeta angiensis, Dissochaeta annulata, Dissochaeta axillaris, Dissochaeta bakhuizenii, Dissochaeta biligulata, Dissochaeta cummingii, Dissochaeta densiflora, Dissochaeta fallax, Dissochaeta gracilis, Dissochaeta inappendiculata, Dissochaeta intermedia, Dissochaeta leprosa, Dissochaeta malayana, Dissochaeta nodosa, Dissochaeta punctulata, Dissochaeta rubiginosa, Dissochaeta sagittata, Dissochaeta schumannii, Dissochaeta vacillans, Dissochaeta glandiformis, Dissochaeta spectabilis, Dissochaeta pallida, Dissochaeta celebica, Dissochaeta bracteata, Dissochaeta rectandra, Dissochaeta brassii, Dissochaeta griffithii, Dissochaeta horrida,
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
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568380-1: Based on the initial data import