Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hispida
ID:
1329133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) L.H.Fonseca & L.G.Lohmann

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 46: 37 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341587



Common Names

  • Dolichandra hispida
  • Hispida Dolichandra
  • Hispida Dolichandra Vine


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Description

Dolichandra hispida (also called hairy dolichandra, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are divided into many small, narrow segments and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichandra hispida is an ornamental plant used for landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and is easy to maintain. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, as it grows quickly and provides dense coverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichandra hispida has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichandra hispida is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist soil or a moist paper towel. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dolichandra hispida

Dolichandra hispida is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Dolichandra hispida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichandra hispida?

Dolichandra hispida

What are the common names of Dolichandra hispida?

Common names of Dolichandra hispida include Chinese climbing bean and Chinese twining bean.

What is the natural habitat of Dolichandra hispida?

Dolichandra hispida is native to China and grows in moist, shady forests.

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Lúcia Garcez Lohmann (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Lohmann' in the authors string.
Luiz Henrique M. Fonseca: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Fonseca' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145082-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].