Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
diospyroidea
ID:
840000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) F.Gérard

Source:
iplants

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Assoc. Franç. Avancem. Sci. 25: 296 (1914 publ. 1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839335

Common Names

  • Diospyroidea Palm
  • Cherry Palm
  • Cherry-Berry Palm

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Description

Xerochlamys diospyroidea (also called Diospyroidea Xerochlamys, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It has small, rounded leaves and its flowers are white or pink in color. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xerochlamys diospyroidea is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to reduce inflammation and treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xerochlamys diospyroidea has small, yellow flowers that are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xerochlamys diospyroidea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Xerochlamys diospyroidea

Xerochlamys diospyroidea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Xerochlamys diospyroidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xerochlamys diospyroidea?

Xerochlamys diospyroidea

What is the common name of Xerochlamys diospyroidea?

Diospyroidea Xerochlamys

What is the natural habitat of Xerochlamys diospyroidea?

It is found in wet tropical forests in the Pacific Islands

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,