Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
diastematica
ID:
163167

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Maxwell

Source:
ipni

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 35(2): 223 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162496



Common Names

  • Diastematic Poikilogyne
  • Diastematic Sonerila
  • Diastematic Poikilogyne


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Description

Poikilogyne diastematica (also called 'Diastematic Poikilogyne' and 'Gap-toothed Poikilogyne', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a greyish bark and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a length of 2-4 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilogyne diastematica 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 Poikilogyne diastematica is a small, white or yellowish-white, with a tube-like corolla. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with white or yellowish-white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilogyne diastematica 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 Poikilogyne diastematica

Poikilogyne diastematica is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Poikilogyne diastematica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilogyne diastematica?

Poikilogyne diastematica

What is the common name of Poikilogyne diastematica?

Diastematica Poikilogyne

What is the habitat of Poikilogyne diastematica?

It is found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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,

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