Dracophilus dealbatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dealbatus
ID:
657050
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Walgate
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 184. 1939.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656382
Common Names
- Dealbatus Dracophilus
- Dealbatus Dragon Flower
- Dealbatus Dragon Plant
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- Juttadinteria montis-draconis (Dinter) Schwantes [unknown]
- Juttadinteria rheolens (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [invalid]
- Juttadinteria dealbata (N.E.Br.) L.Bolus [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum montis-draconis Dinter [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum dealbatum N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum rheolens L.Bolus [unknown]
- Dracophilus montis-draconis (Dinter) Dinter & Schwantes [unknown]
- Dracophilus proximus (L.Bolus) Walgate [unknown]
- Dracophilus rheolens (L.Bolus) Schwantes [unknown]
- Juttadinteria proxima L.Bolus [unknown]
- Dracophilus foetens Dinter [illegitimate]
- Mesembryanthemum foetens Dinter ex Range [illegitimate]
Description
Dracophilus dealbatus (also called White-spotted Dracophilus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white-spotted leaves. It is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dracophilus dealbatus is an ornamental plant that is often used as a groundcover in gardens. It is also used medicinally for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dracophilus dealbatus are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dracophilus dealbatus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The shrub prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Dracophilus dealbatus
Dracophilus dealbatus can be found in Mexico.
Dracophilus dealbatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracophilus dealbatus?
Dracophilus dealbatus
What type of plant is Dracophilus dealbatus?
It is a flowering plant
Where is Dracophilus dealbatus found?
It is found in Central and South America
Species in the Dracophilus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Marion Meason Walgate (b.1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walgate' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000656382: Based on the initial data import