Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
discolor
ID:
303346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(6): 239 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302678

Common Names

  • Sanderella discolor
  • Discolor Sanderella
  • Discolor Sanderela

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Synonyms

  • Parlatorea discolor Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Trizeuxis discolor Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Sanderella discolor (also called Discolor Sanderella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sanderella discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the wood is used for fuel. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sanderella discolor is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanderella discolor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sanderella discolor

Sanderella discolor is native to Mexico.

Sanderella discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sanderella discolor?

Sanderella discolor

What is the family of Sanderella discolor?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Sanderella discolor?

Two-colored pineappleweed

Species in the Sanderella genus

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