Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lycioides
ID:
658999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 249 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658331



Common Names

  • Lycioides Bush Violet
  • Lycioides False Rosemary
  • Lycioides False Verbena


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Description

Dyschoriste lycioides (also called Wolfberry Snakeherb, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a low-growing plant that typically reaches heights of 4-12 inches and has small, white flowers. It is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides and prefers moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Dyschoriste lycioides is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dyschoriste lycioides is small and yellow, with four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyschoriste lycioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Dyschoriste lycioides

Dyschoriste lycioides can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Dyschoriste lycioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyschoriste lycioides?

Dyschoriste lycioides

What is the common name of Dyschoriste lycioides?

Wolf's False Boneset

What is the natural habitat of Dyschoriste lycioides?

Open woods, fields, and roadsides

Species in the Dyschoriste genus

Dyschoriste keniensis, Dyschoriste kitongaensis, Dyschoriste sallyae, Dyschoriste tanzaniensis, Dyschoriste albiflora, Dyschoriste angusta, Dyschoriste augustifolia, Dyschoriste axillaris, Dyschoriste bayatensis, Dyschoriste bayensis, Dyschoriste boliviana, Dyschoriste burchellii, Dyschoriste capitata, Dyschoriste capricornis, Dyschoriste celebica, Dyschoriste ciliata, Dyschoriste clarkei, Dyschoriste costata, Dyschoriste crenulata, Dyschoriste cubensis, Dyschoriste cunenensis, Dyschoriste dalyi, Dyschoriste diffusa, Dyschoriste erythrorhiza, Dyschoriste geniculata, Dyschoriste gracilicaulis, Dyschoriste gracilis, Dyschoriste greenmanii, Dyschoriste heudelotiana, Dyschoriste hildebrandtii, Dyschoriste hirsuta, Dyschoriste hirsutissima, Dyschoriste hispidula, Dyschoriste humistrata, Dyschoriste hygrophiloides, Dyschoriste jaliscensis, Dyschoriste kyimbalensis, Dyschoriste lavandulacea, Dyschoriste linearis, Dyschoriste lycioides, Dyschoriste madagascariensis, Dyschoriste madurensis, Dyschoriste maranhonis, Dyschoriste mcvaughii, Dyschoriste microphylla, Dyschoriste miskatensis, Dyschoriste multicaulis, Dyschoriste mutica, Dyschoriste nagchana, Dyschoriste novogaliciana,

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

Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.