Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
daemelianum
ID:
459558

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Radlk.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 672 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458890



Common Names

  • Toechima daemelianum
  • Toechima
  • Daemelianum


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Synonyms

  • Toechima plurinerve Radlk. [unknown]
  • Ratonia daemeliana F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Cupania daemeliana F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Toechima daemelianum (also called Daemel's Toechima, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Toechima daemelianum is a shrub native to Australia and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Toechima daemelianum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Toechima daemelianum is a small shrub that grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Toechima daemelianum

Toechima daemelianum is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia. It can be found in the states of Queensland and New South Wales.

Toechima daemelianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Toechima daemelianum?

Toechima daemelianum

What is the common name of Toechima daemelianum?

Toechima daemelianum

What is the natural habitat of Toechima daemelianum?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:785479-1: Based on the initial data import