Diogoa zenkeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Exell & Mendonça
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 25: 109 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648026
Common Names
- Diogoa zenkeri
- Zenkeri Diogoa
- Zenker's Diogoa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diogoa zenkeri (also called 'Zenkeri', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diogoa zenkeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diogoa zenkeri is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, light green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diogoa zenkeri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Diogoa zenkeri
Diogoa zenkeri can be found in the southern parts of South America.
Diogoa zenkeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diogoa zenkeri?
Diogoa zenkeri
What is the family of Diogoa zenkeri?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Diogoa zenkeri?
Rocky slopes and grasslands
Species in the Diogoa genus
Species in the Olacaceae family
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768919: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.