Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
hispidus
ID:
654799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 18: 282 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654131



Common Names

  • Dontostemon hispidus
  • Hispid Dontostemon
  • Hispid Dontostemon Plant


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Synonyms

  • Clausia ussuriensis N.Busch [unknown]

Description

Dontostemon hispidus (also called Hairy Dontostemon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single stem with a basal rosette of leaves, and is topped with a single flower head. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dontostemon hispidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in dry, sunny areas. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dontostemon hispidus is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dontostemon hispidus: This plant is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is relatively easy to propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Dontostemon hispidus

Dontostemon hispidus can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Dontostemon hispidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dontostemon hispidus?

Dontostemon hispidus

What is the common name of Dontostemon hispidus?

Hairy Don'ts-Stem

What is the natural habitat of Dontostemon hispidus?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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