Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
baphica
ID:
646427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 490 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645759



Common Names

  • Baphica Dicliptera
  • Dicliptera Baphica
  • Dicliptera baphica


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Description

Dicliptera baphica (also called Baphic Dicliptera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera baphica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicliptera baphica is yellow in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera baphica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every three to four years to maintain vigour.

Where to Find Dicliptera baphica

Dicliptera baphica is native to Nigeria and can be found in the Guinea Savanna biome.

Dicliptera baphica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera baphica?

Dicliptera baphica

What is the common name of Dicliptera baphica?

Baphic Dicliptera

What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera baphica?

Dicliptera baphica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Species in the Dicliptera genus

Dicliptera brevispicata, Dicliptera decorticans, Dicliptera gillilandiorum, Dicliptera paniculata, Dicliptera serpenticola, Dicliptera abuensis, Dicliptera aculeata, Dicliptera acuminata, Dicliptera adusta, Dicliptera albicaulis, Dicliptera albocostata, Dicliptera alternans, Dicliptera angolensis, Dicliptera anomala, Dicliptera antidysenterica, Dicliptera aquatica, Dicliptera aripoensis, Dicliptera armata, Dicliptera arnhemica, Dicliptera australis, Dicliptera bagshawei, Dicliptera baphica, Dicliptera batilliformis, Dicliptera beddomei, Dicliptera betonicoides, Dicliptera brachiata, Dicliptera bracteata, Dicliptera bupleuroides, Dicliptera burmanni, Dicliptera cabrerae, Dicliptera callichlamys, Dicliptera canescens, Dicliptera capensis, Dicliptera capitata, Dicliptera caracasana, Dicliptera carvalhoi, Dicliptera caucensis, Dicliptera chinensis, Dicliptera ciliaris, Dicliptera ciliata, Dicliptera clarkei, Dicliptera clavata, Dicliptera cleistogama, Dicliptera clinopodia, Dicliptera cochabambensis, Dicliptera colorata, Dicliptera compacta, Dicliptera confinis, Dicliptera congesta, Dicliptera contorta,

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,