Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
43043

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(1): 106 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042372



Common Names

  • Dithyrostegia
  • Graceful Dithyrostegia
  • Graceful Dithyrostegia Subsp. Gracilis


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Description

Dithyrostegia gracilis (also called Slender Dithyrostegia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dithyrostegia gracilis is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has small, white flowers and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dithyrostegia gracilis has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each seedhead. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dithyrostegia gracilis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Dithyrostegia gracilis

Dithyrostegia gracilis is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America.

Dithyrostegia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dithyrostegia gracilis?

Dithyrostegia gracilis

What are the common names of Dithyrostegia gracilis?

Graceful Rush

Where is Dithyrostegia gracilis found?

Dithyrostegia gracilis is found in wet meadows and marshes in North America.

Species in the Dithyrostegia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140989: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.