Salpinga dimorpha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dimorpha
ID:
1235841
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) Wurdack
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 9: 417 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235179
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salpinga dimorpha (also called Salpinga, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in wet and humid habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests, and has lanceolate leaves with a light green color.
Uses & Benefits
Salpinga dimorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Salpinga dimorpha has a single, small, white flower with a yellow center. Seed: The seed of Salpinga dimorpha is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Salpinga dimorpha are small, with bright green leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salpinga dimorpha can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Where to Find Salpinga dimorpha
Salpinga dimorpha is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazonas region.
Salpinga dimorpha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salpinga dimorpha?
Salpinga dimorpha
What is the common name of Salpinga dimorpha?
No common name
What is the habitat of Salpinga dimorpha?
It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Salpinga genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50082155: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.