Status:
valid
Authors:
(Danser) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.265972222. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423577
Common Names
- Dendromyza erecta
- Erect Dendromyza
- Erect Dendromyza
Description
Dendromyza erecta (also called Erect dendromyza, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendromyza erecta is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendromyza erecta has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendromyza erecta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Dendromyza erecta
Dendromyza erecta is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Dendromyza erecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendromyza erecta?
Dendromyza erecta
What is the common name of Dendromyza erecta?
Dendromyza
What type of plant is Dendromyza erecta?
Herb
Species in the Dendromyza genus
Dendromyza crassifolia,
Dendromyza cucullata,
Dendromyza intricata,
Dendromyza ledermannii,
Dendromyza pachydisca,
Dendromyza puberula,
Dendromyza reinwardtiana,
Dendromyza salomonia,
Dendromyza volubilis,
Dendromyza hiepkoana,
Dendromyza staufferi,
Dendromyza dubia,
Dendromyza cuneata,
Dendromyza acrosclera,
Dendromyza microphylla,
Dendromyza latifolia,
Dendromyza robustior,
Dendromyza kaniensis,
Dendromyza erecta,
Dendromyza acutata,
Dendromyza gracilis,
Dendromyza nivalis,
Dendromyza stellata,
Dendromyza laevis,
Dendromyza angustifolia,
Dendromyza trinervia,
Dendromyza multinervis,
Dendromyza dendromyzoides,
Dendromyza densa,
Dendromyza uncinata,
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata,
Acanthosyris asipapote,
Acanthosyris falcata,
Acanthosyris glabrata,
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii,
Acanthosyris spinescens,
Amphorogyne celastroides,
Amphorogyne spicata,
Amphorogyne staufferi,
Anthobolus erythrocaulis,
Anthobolus filifolius,
Anthobolus foveolatus,
Anthobolus leptomeroides,
Antidaphne amazonensis,
Antidaphne andina,
Antidaphne antidaphneoides,
Antidaphne glaziovii,
Antidaphne hondurensis,
Antidaphne punctulata,
Antidaphne schottii,
Antidaphne viscoidea,
Antidaphne wrightii,
Arceuthobium abietinum,
Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae,
Arceuthobium americanum,
Arceuthobium apachecum,
Arceuthobium azoricum,
Arceuthobium bicarinatum,
Arceuthobium blumeri,
Arceuthobium californicum,
Arceuthobium campylopodum,
Arceuthobium chinense,
Arceuthobium cyanocarpum,
Arceuthobium divaricatum,
Arceuthobium douglasii,
Arceuthobium gillii,
Arceuthobium globosum,
Arceuthobium guatemalense,
Arceuthobium hondurense,
Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae,
Arceuthobium littorum,
Arceuthobium microcarpum,
Arceuthobium minutissimum,
Arceuthobium monticola,
Arceuthobium nigrum,
Arceuthobium occidentale,
Arceuthobium oxycedri,
Arceuthobium pendens,
Arceuthobium pini,
Arceuthobium pusillum,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.