Status:
valid
Authors:
Klotzsch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Arch. Naturgesch. (Berlin) vii. (1841) 201. t. 9.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000944634
Common Names
- Discocarpus Essequeboensis
- Essequeboensis Discocarpus
- Essequebo Discocarpus
Description
Discocarpus essequeboensis (also called Essequibo Discocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Guyana. It grows in lowland forests, and has a trunk of up to 20 m in height. The leaves are green and oval-shaped, and the flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Discocarpus essequeboensis is used for timber, fuel, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Discocarpus essequeboensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Discocarpus essequeboensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay, sand, and loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the plant.
Where to Find Discocarpus essequeboensis
Discocarpus essequeboensis can be found in Guyana.
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