Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mercedesiae
ID:
1545983

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Villanueva, Wassh. & Rob.Fern.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 518(1): 37. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026699



Common Names

  • Dicliptera mercedesiae
  • Mercedesiae Dicliptera
  • Dicliptera Plant


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Description

Dicliptera mercedesiae (also called the Mexican fan palm, among many other common names) is a palm-like shrub, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Mexico, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests and scrublands. It has large, pinnate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera mercedesiae is used as an ornamental plant and can be used as a natural pesticide. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicliptera mercedesiae has small white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera mercedesiae is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is best propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate from division, carefully divide the clump and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Dicliptera mercedesiae

Dicliptera mercedesiae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Dicliptera mercedesiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera mercedesiae?

Dicliptera mercedesiae

What is the common name of Dicliptera mercedesiae?

Mercedesiae Dicliptera

What type of soil does Dicliptera mercedesiae prefer?

Dicliptera mercedesiae prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.