Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rollins) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 400 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509113
Common Names
- Dryopetalon Byei
- Byei Dryopetalon
- Dryopetalon Byei Plant
Synonyms
- Thelypodiopsis byei Rollins [unknown]
Description
Dryopetalon byei (also called Bye's Dryopetalon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to North America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Dryopetalon byei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dryopetalon byei has small white flowers with yellow anthers, and its fruits are small, dry capsules containing small, winged seeds. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dryopetalon byei is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or early summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Dryopetalon byei
Dryopetalon byei is native to the western United States and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and woodlands.
Dryopetalon byei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dryopetalon byei?
Dryopetalon byei
What is the common name of Dryopetalon byei?
Byei Dryopetalon
What is the natural habitat of Dryopetalon byei?
Tropical rainforests
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