Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tinctorum
ID:
1413059

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) E.A.Tripp & T.F.Daniel

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 174(1): 127. 2013 [Jan 2013]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425524



Common Names

  • Dyschoriste tinctorum
  • Tinctorum Dyschoriste
  • Dyschoriste Tinctorum


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Description

Dyschoriste tinctorum (also called Dyer's dyschoriste, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India. It is found in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dyschoriste tinctorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyschoriste tinctorum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyschoriste tinctorum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until the seedlings emerge. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the root mass into several sections. Replant the divisions in a warm, sunny location and water regularly until the plants become established.

Where to Find Dyschoriste tinctorum

Dyschoriste tinctorum is native to North America. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas in woodlands and meadows.

Dyschoriste tinctorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyschoriste tinctorum?

Dyschoriste tinctorum

What is the common name of Dyschoriste tinctorum?

Dye-leaved Snakeherb

What is the natural habitat of Dyschoriste tinctorum?

Woodlands, forests, and meadows

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

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Erin Anne Tripp (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Tripp' in the authors string.
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77139685-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.