Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
643655

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 1: 742 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642987



Common Names

  • Speciosa Dianthera
  • Speciosa Waterwort
  • Speciosa Water Starwort


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Description

Dianthera speciosa (also called Showy Dianthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers and a creeping habit. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dianthera speciosa are yellow, with a yellow center, and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dianthera speciosa: This plant grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be taken from the tips of the stems.

Where to Find Dianthera speciosa

Dianthera speciosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Dianthera speciosa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Dianthera speciosa?

Dianthera speciosa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What type of soil does Dianthera speciosa prefer?

Dianthera speciosa prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How often should Dianthera speciosa be watered?

Dianthera speciosa should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Species in the Dianthera genus

Dianthera americana, Dianthera androsaemifolia, Dianthera angusta, Dianthera angustifolia, Dianthera appendiculata, Dianthera arvensis, Dianthera brasiliensis, Dianthera breviflora, Dianthera calycina, Dianthera candelariae, Dianthera candicans, Dianthera cayennensis, Dianthera comata, Dianthera crassifolia, Dianthera eustachiana, Dianthera glabra, Dianthera guianensis, Dianthera hookeriana, Dianthera inaequalis, Dianthera incerta, Dianthera laeta, Dianthera laevilinguis, Dianthera lindeniana, Dianthera longiflora, Dianthera oblonga, Dianthera pectoralis, Dianthera peploides, Dianthera pleurolarynx, Dianthera polygaloides, Dianthera racemosa, Dianthera reptans, Dianthera rigida, Dianthera rugeliana, Dianthera sagrana, Dianthera secunda, Dianthera secundiflora, Dianthera sessilis, Dianthera speciosa, Dianthera sulfurea, Dianthera trisulcata, Dianthera dasyclados, Dianthera resupinata, Dianthera latifolia, Dianthera ovata,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77160143-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.