Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
646531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilli

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 77: 49 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645863



Common Names

  • Grandiflora Dicliptera
  • Dicliptera Grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Dicliptera


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Description

Dicliptera grandiflora (also called 'Large-flowered Wing' and 'Large-flowered Wing Plant', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and South America. It has a woody stem and is characterized by its long, narrow, and forked leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical habitats, often in disturbed areas, and is a popular ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicliptera grandiflora is a white or cream-colored, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera grandiflora is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America and Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and roots and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Dicliptera grandiflora

Dicliptera grandiflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean.

Dicliptera grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera grandiflora?

Dicliptera grandiflora

What is the common name of Dicliptera grandiflora?

Large-flowered Dicliptera

What is the family of Dicliptera grandiflora?

Acanthaceae

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

Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.