Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
membranacea
ID:
648588

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Payson) Rollins

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Dithyrea : 30 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647920



Common Names

  • Membranaceous Dimorphocarpa
  • Membranaceous Dimorphocarpa
  • Membranaceous Dimorphocarpa


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Synonyms

  • Dithyrea membranacea Payson [unknown]

Description

Dimorphocarpa membranacea (also called 'Membranous Dimorphocarpa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is native to North America, where it is found in the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphocarpa membranacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphocarpa membranacea is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphocarpa membranacea is a large evergreen tree, growing up to 30m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination, which can take up to two months. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into larger pots and grown in a sunny position.

Where to Find Dimorphocarpa membranacea

Dimorphocarpa membranacea is found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Dimorphocarpa membranacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphocarpa membranacea?

Dimorphocarpa membranacea

What is the common name of Dimorphocarpa membranacea?

Membranacea

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphocarpa membranacea?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Central Chile

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768725: Based on the initial data import
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.
Edwin Blake Payson (1893-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Payson' in the authors string.