Status:
valid
Authors:
Acev.-Rodr. & Ferrucci
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 54: 112 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557412
Common Names
- Averrhoidium dalyi
- Daly's Averrhoidium
- Tropical Averrhoidium
Description
Averrhoidium dalyi (also called Daly's Averrhoidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as steppe and desert scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Averrhoidium dalyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Averrhoidium dalyi is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Averrhoidium dalyi is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to part shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Averrhoidium dalyi
Averrhoidium dalyi can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.
Averrhoidium dalyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Averrhoidium dalyi?
Averrhoidium dalyi
What type of plant is Averrhoidium dalyi?
It is a shrub
Where is Averrhoidium dalyi native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Averrhoidium genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family