Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
conspicuum
ID:
388758

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) J.K.Morton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 59: 436 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388090



Common Names

  • Conspicuous Dictyospermum
  • Conspicuous Dictyospermums
  • Conspicuum Dictyospermum


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Synonyms

  • Aneilema conspicuum Kunth [unknown]
  • Aneilema imberbe Ridl. [unknown]
  • Commelina conspicua Blume [unknown]
  • Dictyospermum imberbe (Ridl.) J.K.Morton [unknown]
  • Dictyospermum conspicuum Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Dictyospermum conspicuum (also called Showy Dictyospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, dark green leaves and small, pinkish-white flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is found in rocky and alpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dictyospermum conspicuum is a species of flowering plant native to New Zealand. It is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant and is also known to be a good source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dictyospermum conspicuum is white, bell-shaped, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with a few small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dictyospermum conspicuum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dictyospermum conspicuum

Dictyospermum conspicuum is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Dictyospermum conspicuum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dictyospermum conspicuum?

Dictyospermum conspicuum

What is the common name of Dictyospermum conspicuum?

Conspicuous Dictyospermum

What is the natural habitat of Dictyospermum conspicuum?

It is native to New Zealand and grows in alpine and subalpine areas.

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239618: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
John Kenneth Morton (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.K.Morton' in the authors string.