Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
commersoniana
ID:
639954

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 337 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639286



Common Names

  • Deidamia commersoniana
  • Commersoniana Deidamia
  • Deidamia Commersoniana


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Synonyms

  • Thompsonia browniana M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Deidamia thompsoniana DC. [unknown]

Description

Deidamia commersoniana (also called Commerson's False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Deidamia commersoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Deidamia commersoniana are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deidamia commersoniana is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Deidamia commersoniana

Deidamia commersoniana can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Deidamia commersoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deidamia commersoniana?

Deidamia commersoniana

What is the common name of Deidamia commersoniana?

Commerson's Pineapple Lily

What is the natural habitat of Deidamia commersoniana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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