Species:
aequiappendiculata
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Hansen
Source:
ipni
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(4): 350 (1985) (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162513
Common Names
- Driessenia aequiappendiculata
- Aequiappendiculata Driessenia
- Driessenia Aequiappendiculata
Description
Driessenia aequiappendiculata (also called Equal-appendaged Driessenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Driessenia aequiappendiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Driessenia aequiappendiculata is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green plants with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Driessenia aequiappendiculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Driessenia aequiappendiculata
Driessenia aequiappendiculata is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It grows in moist deciduous forests, often near streams and rivers.
Driessenia aequiappendiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Driessenia aequiappendiculata?
Driessenia aequiappendiculata
What is the common name of Driessenia aequiappendiculata?
Aequiappendiculata Driessenia
What is the habitat of Driessenia aequiappendiculata?
It is found in the moist deciduous forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Driessenia genus
Driessenia axantha,
Driessenia ciliata,
Driessenia ferox,
Driessenia glanduligera,
Driessenia inaequalifolia,
Driessenia kemoelensis,
Driessenia microthrix,
Driessenia minutiflora,
Driessenia ohwiana,
Driessenia teysmannii,
Driessenia winkleri,
Driessenia hepaticoides,
Driessenia aequiappendiculata,
Driessenia attenuata,
Driessenia grandithyrsa,
Driessenia planopetiolata,
Driessenia sessiliflora,
Driessenia dispar,
Driessenia bulbosa,
Driessenia phasmolacuna,
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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,
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Acisanthera alata,
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Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
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Adelobotrys ciliata,
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