Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
porphyrocoma
ID:
646655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 555 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645987



Common Names

  • Dicliptera porphyrocoma
  • Porphyrocoma Wingstem
  • Purple-haired Wingstem


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Description

Dicliptera porphyrocoma (also called Porphyrocoma Dicliptera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a characteristic pink flower and grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera porphyrocoma is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicliptera porphyrocoma is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center, and has four petals. The seeds are small, brown, and elliptical. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera porphyrocoma can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Dicliptera porphyrocoma

Dicliptera porphyrocoma is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and Espirito Santo.

Dicliptera porphyrocoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera porphyrocoma?

Dicliptera porphyrocoma

What type of plant is Dicliptera porphyrocoma?

Herb

Where is Dicliptera porphyrocoma found?

South America

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

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.