Didesmus bipinnatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bipinnatus
ID:
647078
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 2: 659 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646410
Common Names
- Bipinnatus Didesmus
- Didesmus Bipinnatus
- Bipinnatus Dictyoneura
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Didesmus bipinnatus (also called 'Bipinnate Didesmus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has thin, wiry stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in length and have small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is often found in dry, open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Didesmus bipinnatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didesmus bipinnatus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Didesmus bipinnatus can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-draining soil. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Didesmus bipinnatus
Didesmus bipinnatus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Didesmus bipinnatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Didesmus bipinnatus?
Didesmus bipinnatus
What is the natural habitat of Didesmus bipinnatus?
Didesmus bipinnatus is native to Central and South America.
What is the average height of Didesmus bipinnatus?
Didesmus bipinnatus can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.
Species in the Didesmus genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2767127: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.