Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
646719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 9: 161 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646051



Common Names

  • Dicliptera squarrosa
  • Squarrosa Wingstem
  • Squarrose Wingstem


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Synonyms

  • Dicliptera tweediana flaviflora Stuck. [unknown]

Description

Dicliptera squarrosa (also called Squarrose Flying Fox, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicliptera squarrosa is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera squarrosa is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Dicliptera squarrosa

Dicliptera squarrosa is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Dicliptera squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera squarrosa?

Dicliptera squarrosa

What type of plant is Dicliptera squarrosa?

A herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera squarrosa?

It is native to 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,