Dicliptera decaryi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decaryi
ID:
646495
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benoist
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 2: 217 (1949 publ. 1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645827
Common Names
- Decaryi Dicliptera
- Decaryi Butterfly Plant
- Decaryi Wing Plant
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Dicliptera decaryi (also called Decary's Dicliptera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dicliptera decaryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dicliptera decaryi 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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Dicliptera decaryi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Dicliptera decaryi
Dicliptera decaryi is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Dicliptera decaryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicliptera decaryi?
Dicliptera decaryi
What are the common names of Dicliptera decaryi?
Decary's dicliptera, Decary's winged-stem
What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera decaryi?
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
Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.