Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
parvula
ID:
749858

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alain & Leonard) Greuter & R.Rankin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 302 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749191



Common Names

  • Dyschoriste parvula
  • Small Dyschoriste
  • Smaller Dyschoriste


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Description

Dyschoriste parvula (also called 'Dwarf Dyschoriste', among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 m and has linear-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dyschoriste parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dyschoriste parvula is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyschoriste parvula is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Dyschoriste parvula requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Dyschoriste parvula

Dyschoriste parvula can be found in the United States (Florida and Georgia).

Dyschoriste parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyschoriste parvula?

Dyschoriste parvula

What is the common name of Dyschoriste parvula?

Small Dyschoriste

What is the family of Dyschoriste parvula?

Acanthaceae

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Rosa Rankin (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rankin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109264-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.