Dilkea acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
648160
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 628 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647492
Common Names
- Acuminate Dilkea
- Dilkea
- Dilkea Acuminata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dilkea acuminata (also called 'Kapok Tree' and 'Cotton Tree', among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, and prefers habitats with high humidity and rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Dilkea acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as heart problems, asthma, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dilkea acuminata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dilkea acuminata is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Dilkea acuminata
Dilkea acuminata is native to South Africa.
Dilkea acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dilkea acuminata?
Dilkea acuminata
What type of plant is Dilkea acuminata?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Dilkea acuminata native to?
It is native to Australia
Species in the Dilkea genus
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768201: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.