Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
acetabulus
ID:
1409289

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.A.Tripp & K.G.Dexter) E.A.Tripp & I.Darbysh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42(3): 480. 2017 [25 Aug 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421754



Common Names

  • Dinteracanthus acetabulus
  • Acetabulus Dinteracanthus
  • Dinteracanthus Acetabulus


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Description

Dinteracanthus acetabulus (also called Cup-shaped Dinteracanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in tropical forests and is often found near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Dinteracanthus acetabulus is a small shrub with white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used for its attractive foliage and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dinteracanthus acetabulus has yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dinteracanthus acetabulus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dinteracanthus acetabulus

Dinteracanthus acetabulus can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Dinteracanthus acetabulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dinteracanthus acetabulus?

Dinteracanthus acetabulus

What is the natural habitat of Dinteracanthus acetabulus?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in South Africa.

What are the common uses of Dinteracanthus acetabulus?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Erin Anne Tripp (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Tripp' in the authors string.
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
Kyle Graham Dexter (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.G.Dexter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77167312-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.