Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
compacta
ID:
646479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 386 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645811



Common Names

  • Compacta Dicliptera
  • Compacta Dicliptera
  • Compacta Dicliptera


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Description

Dicliptera compacta (also called Compact 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 compacta is used as a source of fiber, as a food source for livestock, and as a source of fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dicliptera compacta are small, tubular, and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera compacta can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Dicliptera compacta

Dicliptera compacta is native to South America and can be found in Brazil.

Dicliptera compacta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera compacta?

Dicliptera compacta

What are the common names of Dicliptera compacta?

Compact dicliptera, Compact winged-stem

What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera compacta?

Dry and moist montane forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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,

References

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.