Status:
valid
Authors:
Ver.-Lib. & O.Lachenaud
Source:
ipni
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 118: 97. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354362
Common Names
- Nothodissotis alenensis
- Alenensis Nothodissotis
- Alenensis
Description
Nothodissotis alenensis (also called Alen Nothodissotis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the tropical forests of Central America and grows in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nothodissotis alenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nothodissotis alenensis is yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothodissotis alenensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Nothodissotis alenensis
Nothodissotis alenensis is native to India.
Nothodissotis alenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothodissotis alenensis?
Nothodissotis alenensis
What is the family of Nothodissotis alenensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Nothodissotis alenensis?
Alen's Nothodissotis
Species in the Nothodissotis genus
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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,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
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Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
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Adelobotrys ciliata,
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Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
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