Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ciliatum
ID:
652485

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Choisy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 2(2): 94 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651817



Common Names

  • Dischisma ciliatum
  • Ciliate Dischisma
  • Ciliate False Asphodel


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Description

Dischisma ciliatum (also called Ciliate Dischisma, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic vine native to India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is a succulent, evergreen, perennial climber with thick, fleshy, ciliate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical rainforests, on trees and rocks, and in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dischisma ciliatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its unique foliage and attractive flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dischisma ciliatum sub. erinoides (L.f.) Roessler
Dischisma ciliatum sub. flaccum (E.Mey.) Roessler
Dischisma ciliatum sub. ciliatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dischisma ciliatum is a small, yellow-green, unisexual flower. The seed is a single, hard, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dischisma ciliatum is a tropical epiphyte native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or air layering. It prefers a humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Dischisma ciliatum

Dischisma ciliatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Dischisma ciliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dischisma ciliatum?

Dischisma ciliatum

What is the common name of Dischisma ciliatum?

Ciliatum Dischisma

Where is Dischisma ciliatum native to?

India, China, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Jacques Denys Choisy (1799-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choisy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:813035-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].