Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 348 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254900
Common Names
- Talisia dasyclada
- Dasyclada Talisia
- Dasyclada Fern
Description
Talisia dasyclada (also called hairy talisia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Talisia dasyclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Talisia dasyclada has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Talisia dasyclada is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Talisia dasyclada should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Talisia dasyclada
Talisia dasyclada is native to South America.
Talisia dasyclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Talisia dasyclada?
Talisia dasyclada
What is the common name of Talisia dasyclada?
Dasyclada Talisia
What is the natural habitat of Talisia dasyclada?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central America
Species in the Talisia genus
Talisia megaphylla,
Talisia macrophylla,
Talisia laevigata,
Talisia hexaphylla,
Talisia hemidasya,
Talisia eximia,
Talisia acutifolia,
Talisia chartacea,
Talisia cupularis,
Talisia cerasina,
Talisia caudata,
Talisia angustifolia,
Talisia firma,
Talisia coriacea,
Talisia nervosa,
Talisia retusa,
Talisia prancei,
Talisia obovata,
Talisia praealta,
Talisia croatii,
Talisia bullata,
Talisia carinata,
Talisia clathrata,
Talisia floresii,
Talisia japurensis,
Talisia megaphylla,
Talisia mollis,
Talisia pachycarpa,
Talisia pilosula,
Talisia squarrosa,
Talisia setigera,
Talisia subalbens,
Talisia princeps,
Talisia pinnata,
Talisia guianensis,
Talisia oedipoda,
Talisia sylvatica,
Talisia esculenta,
Talisia stricta,
Talisia microphylla,
Talisia dasyclada,
Talisia parviflora,
Talisia furfuracea,
Talisia longifolia,
Talisia simaboides,
Talisia veraluciana,
Talisia granulosa,
Talisia lanata,
Talisia velutina,
Talisia douradensis,
Species in the Sapindaceae family