Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
melanophloia
ID:
648640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) T.G.Hartley

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 192 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647972



Common Names

  • Dinosperma melanophloia
  • Melanophloia Dinosperma
  • Dinosperma


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Synonyms

  • Melicope melanophloia C.T.White [unknown]

Description

Dinosperma melanophloia (also called 'Black-stemmed Dinosperma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Australia and New Zealand. It has dark green, glossy leaves and white flowers with yellow centres. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dinosperma melanophloia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dinosperma melanophloia is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dinosperma melanophloia is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Dinosperma melanophloia

Dinosperma melanophloia is found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Dinosperma melanophloia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dinosperma melanophloia?

Dinosperma melanophloia

What is the common name of Dinosperma melanophloia?

Melanophloia

What is the natural habitat of Dinosperma melanophloia?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Central Chile

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768783: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.