Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
williamsiana
ID:
1321386

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.G.Hills

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-48: 22 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333840



Common Names

  • Dressleria williamsiana
  • Williams' Dressleria
  • Williams' Dressleria


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Description

Dressleria williamsiana (also called Williams' Dressleria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America. It is found in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dressleria williamsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dressleria williamsiana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dressleria williamsiana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the plant.

Where to Find Dressleria williamsiana

Dressleria williamsiana is found in the United States.

Dressleria williamsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dressleria williamsiana?

Dressleria williamsiana

What is the common name of Dressleria williamsiana?

Williams' Dressleria

What is the family of Dressleria williamsiana?

Brassicaceae

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,

References

Harold George Hills (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Hills' in the authors string.