Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
swynnertonii
ID:
160200

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker f.) A.Fern. & R.Fern.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 28: 209 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159529



Common Names

  • Swynnerton's Dissotis
  • Swynnerton Dissotis
  • Swynnerton's False Buttonweed


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Synonyms

  • Osbeckia swynnertonii Baker f. [unknown]
  • Pseudosbeckia swynnertonii (Baker f.) A.Fern. & R.Fern. [unknown]

Description

Dissotis swynnertonii (also called Swynnerton's Dissotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Angola. It grows in moist and shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Dissotis swynnertonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dissotis swynnertonii is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dissotis swynnertonii 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 Dissotis swynnertonii

Dissotis swynnertonii is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Dissotis swynnertonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dissotis swynnertonii?

Dissotis swynnertonii

What is the common name of Dissotis swynnertonii?

Swynnerton's Dissotis

What is the natural habitat of Dissotis swynnertonii?

Tropical rainforests

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

Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568589-1: Based on the initial data import