Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
darlingiana
ID:
638818

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 93 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638150



Common Names

  • Darlingia darlingiana
  • Darling's Darlingia
  • Darlingia


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Description

Darlingia darlingiana (also called Darling's Darlingia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall and has a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Central America, and is found in humid forests and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Darlingia darlingiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Darlingia darlingiana are white or pink, with four petals and a long, curved pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Darlingia darlingiana is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Darlingia darlingiana

Darlingia darlingiana is native to South America.

Darlingia darlingiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Darlingia darlingiana?

Darlingia darlingiana

What is the common name of Darlingia darlingiana?

Darling's Darlingia

What is the natural habitat of Darlingia darlingiana?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Darlingia genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2757491: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.