Dicliptera maclearii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maclearii
ID:
646588
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 25: 356 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645920
Common Names
- Dicliptera maclearii
- Macleari's Dicliptera
- Macleari's Winged-Stem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicliptera maclearii (also called Macleari's dicliptera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Dicliptera maclearii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, sore throat, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dicliptera maclearii are small, tubular, and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dicliptera maclearii 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 maclearii
Dicliptera maclearii can be found in Angola and Congo.
Dicliptera maclearii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicliptera maclearii?
Dicliptera maclearii
What are the common names of Dicliptera maclearii?
Maclear's Dicliptera
What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera maclearii?
Dry grassland, scrubland, and open woodland
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
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.