Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
duckei
ID:
1248331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 30 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247669



Common Names

  • Sciadotenia duckei
  • Duckei Sciadotenia
  • Sciadotenia Duckei


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Description

Sciadotenia duckei (also called Ducke's Sciadotenia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sciadotenia duckei is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sciadotenia duckei flowers are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sciadotenia duckei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Sciadotenia duckei

Sciadotenia duckei is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Sciadotenia duckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sciadotenia duckei?

Sciadotenia duckei

What is the common name of Sciadotenia duckei?

Ducke's Sciadotenia

What type of environment does Sciadotenia duckei prefer?

Sciadotenia duckei prefers warm, humid climates.

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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