Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
minbuensis
ID:
646606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bor

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Indian Forest Rec., Bot. 3: 146 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645938



Common Names

  • Dicliptera minbuensis
  • Minbu Dicliptera
  • Minbu Winged-Stem


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Description

Dicliptera minbuensis (also called Minbu Dicliptera, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is typically found in wet, disturbed areas. It has ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera minbuensis 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 flower of Dicliptera minbuensis is a small, white-pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, green and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera minbuensis is a tropical plant native to Myanmar. It is an evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but it is not as reliable.

Where to Find Dicliptera minbuensis

Dicliptera minbuensis is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.

Dicliptera minbuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera minbuensis?

Dicliptera minbuensis

What are the common names of Dicliptera minbuensis?

Minbu Dicliptera

What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera minbuensis?

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

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.