Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ornata
ID:
943891

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 13: 33 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943229



Common Names

  • Didymoplexiella ornata
  • Ornate Didymoplexiella
  • Ornate Didymoplexiella Palm


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Description

Didymoplexiella ornata (also called Ornate Didymoplexiella, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to Borneo and is found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Didymoplexiella ornata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Didymoplexiella ornata has small, white, fragrant flowers with yellow and purple spots. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Didymoplexiella ornata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Once established, Didymoplexiella ornata should be watered regularly, fertilized every few weeks, and pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Didymoplexiella ornata

Didymoplexiella ornata can be found in Thailand.

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-61633: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.