Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
quitensis
ID:
659048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 486 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658380



Common Names

  • Quitensis Dyschoriste
  • Quito Dyschoriste
  • Dyschoriste quitensis


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Description

Dyschoriste quitensis (also called Quito False Boneset, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in moist meadows, fields, and roadsides. It has ovate to lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dyschoriste quitensis is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and has a long blooming period, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dyschoriste quitensis is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and thin with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyschoriste quitensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division and cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dyschoriste quitensis

Dyschoriste quitensis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Dyschoriste quitensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyschoriste quitensis?

Dyschoriste quitensis

What is the common name of Dyschoriste quitensis?

Quito dyschoriste

What is the natural habitat of Dyschoriste quitensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.