Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
sellowiana
ID:
638791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 38: 7 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638123



Common Names

  • Daphnopsis sellowiana
  • Sellowiana Daphnopsis
  • Sellowiana's Daphnopsis


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Description

Daphnopsis sellowiana (also called Sellowiana Daphnopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Daphnopsis sellowiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Daphnopsis sellowiana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphnopsis sellowiana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Daphnopsis sellowiana

Daphnopsis sellowiana can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Daphnopsis sellowiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphnopsis sellowiana?

Daphnopsis sellowiana

What is the natural habitat of Daphnopsis sellowiana?

Daphnopsis sellowiana is found in humid forests in Central America.

What are the growth requirements of Daphnopsis sellowiana?

Daphnopsis sellowiana prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Daphnopsis genus

Daphnopsis alainii, Daphnopsis alpestris, Daphnopsis americana, Daphnopsis angustifolia, Daphnopsis anomala, Daphnopsis bissei, Daphnopsis boliviana, Daphnopsis brasiliensis, Daphnopsis brevifolia, Daphnopsis calcicola, Daphnopsis caracasana, Daphnopsis coriacea, Daphnopsis correae, Daphnopsis costaricensis, Daphnopsis crassifolia, Daphnopsis crispotomentosa, Daphnopsis cuneata, Daphnopsis dircoides, Daphnopsis ekmanii, Daphnopsis equatorialis, Daphnopsis espinosae, Daphnopsis fasciculata, Daphnopsis ficina, Daphnopsis filipedunculata, Daphnopsis flavida, Daphnopsis folsomii, Daphnopsis gemmiflora, Daphnopsis grandis, Daphnopsis granitica, Daphnopsis granvillei, Daphnopsis guacacoa, Daphnopsis guaiquinimae, Daphnopsis hammelii, Daphnopsis helleriana, Daphnopsis hispaniolica, Daphnopsis lagunae, Daphnopsis liebmannii, Daphnopsis longipedunculata, Daphnopsis macrocarpa, Daphnopsis macrophylla, Daphnopsis malacophylla, Daphnopsis martii, Daphnopsis megacarpa, Daphnopsis mexiae, Daphnopsis mollis, Daphnopsis monocephala, Daphnopsis morii, Daphnopsis nevlingiana, Daphnopsis nevlingii, Daphnopsis oblongifolia,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,