Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
vacillans
ID:
160120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Flora 14: 495 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159449



Common Names

  • Dissochaeta vacillans
  • Vacillans Dissochaeta
  • Dissochaeta


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Synonyms

  • Dissochaeta decipiens Blume [unknown]
  • Dissochaeta fusca Blume [unknown]
  • Dissochaeta velutina Blume [unknown]
  • Melastoma vacillans Blume [unknown]
  • Neodissochaeta fusca (Blume) Bakh.f. [unknown]
  • Neodissochaeta vacillans (Blume) Bakh.f. [unknown]
  • Melastoma diffusum Reinw. ex Blume [unknown]

Description

Dissochaeta vacillans (also called Vacillating Dissochaeta, 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

Dissochaeta vacillans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, coughs, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dissochaeta vacillans has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dissochaeta vacillans is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dissochaeta vacillans

Dissochaeta vacillans is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola.

Dissochaeta vacillans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dissochaeta vacillans?

Dissochaeta vacillans

What is the common name of Dissochaeta vacillans?

Vacillating Dissochaeta

What is the natural habitat of Dissochaeta vacillans?

Tropical rainforests

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