Declieuxia spergulifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spergulifolia
ID:
938835
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. ex Zucc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Mant. 3: 111 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000938173
Common Names
- Declieuxia spergulifolia
- Spergulifolia Declieuxia
- Declieuxia Spergulifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Declieuxia spergulifolia (also called Spergula-leaved Declieuxia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and is found in tropical rainforests, moist forests, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Declieuxia spergulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems, stomach aches, and digestive issues. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Declieuxia spergulifolia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Declieuxia spergulifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Declieuxia spergulifolia
Declieuxia spergulifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in France, Italy, and Spain.
Species in the Declieuxia genus
Declieuxia aspalathoides, Declieuxia cacuminis, Declieuxia coerulea, Declieuxia cordigera, Declieuxia dasyphylla, Declieuxia decumbens, Declieuxia deltoidea, Declieuxia diamantinae, Declieuxia diantheroides, Declieuxia dusenii, Declieuxia fruticosa, Declieuxia gracilis, Declieuxia hatschbachii, Declieuxia humilis, Declieuxia irwinii, Declieuxia juniperina, Declieuxia lancifolia, Declieuxia leiophylla, Declieuxia lysimachioides, Declieuxia marioides, Declieuxia muscosa, Declieuxia oenanthoides, Declieuxia passerina, Declieuxia pruinosa, Declieuxia rhexioides, Declieuxia saturejoides, Declieuxia spergulifolia, Declieuxia tenuiflora, Declieuxia verticillata,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-56838: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.