Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Hu
Source:
tro
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Taiwan Mus. 26(3–4): 376 1973
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269315
Common Names
- Disperis nantauensis
- Nantau Disperis
- Nantau's Disperis
Description
Disperis nantauensis (also called Nantau Disperis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen herb native to tropical regions of the world. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is found in humid, tropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Disperis nantauensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disperis nantauensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disperis nantauensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Once established, Disperis nantauensis should be grown in a shady position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Disperis nantauensis
Disperis nantauensis is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.
Disperis nantauensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disperis nantauensis?
Disperis nantauensis
What is the common name of Disperis nantauensis?
Nantau Disperis
What is the natural habitat of Disperis nantauensis?
It is native to Malaysia.
Species in the Disperis genus
Disperis bathiei,
Disperis bosseri,
Disperis ciliata,
Disperis falcatipetala,
Disperis lanceolata,
Disperis masoalensis,
Disperis monophylla,
Disperis fayi,
Disperis szolc-rogozinskiana,
Disperis reklieberae,
Disperis ankarensis,
Disperis anthoceros,
Disperis aphylla,
Disperis bifida,
Disperis bodkinii,
Disperis bolusiana,
Disperis breviloba,
Disperis capensis,
Disperis cardiophora,
Disperis circumflexa,
Disperis concinna,
Disperis cooperi,
Disperis cordata,
Disperis crassicaulis,
Disperis cucullata,
Disperis decipiens,
Disperis dicerochila,
Disperis discifera,
Disperis disiformis,
Disperis egregia,
Disperis elaphoceras,
Disperis erucifera,
Disperis fanniniae,
Disperis galerita,
Disperis hildebrandtii,
Disperis humblotii,
Disperis johnstonii,
Disperis kamerunensis,
Disperis katangensis,
Disperis kerstenii,
Disperis kilimanjarica,
Disperis lanceana,
Disperis latigaleata,
Disperis leuconeura,
Disperis lindleyana,
Disperis macowanii,
Disperis majungensis,
Disperis meirax,
Disperis micrantha,
Disperis mildbraedii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,