Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 358 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296787
Common Names
- Dichondra macrocalyx
- Macrocalyx Dichondra
- Macrocalyx
Description
Dichondra macrocalyx (also called Large-flowered Dichondra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to the Americas, from the United States to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Dichondra macrocalyx is used as a ground cover in gardens and parks, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dichondra macrocalyx is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dichondra macrocalyx is a low-growing, perennial ground cover that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Dichondra macrocalyx
Dichondra macrocalyx is native to the Mediterranean region.
Dichondra macrocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichondra macrocalyx?
Dichondra macrocalyx
What is the common name of Dichondra macrocalyx?
Large-calyx Dichondra
What is the natural habitat of Dichondra macrocalyx?
Dichondra macrocalyx is native to Central and South America.
Species in the Dichondra genus
Dichondra brevifolia,
Dichondra nivea,
Dichondra macrocalyx,
Dichondra parvifolia,
Dichondra sericea,
Dichondra repens,
Dichondra occidentalis,
Dichondra donelliana,
Dichondra carolinensis,
Dichondra micrantha,
Dichondra recurvata,
Dichondra argentea,
Dichondra brachypoda,
Dichondra micrantha,
Dichondra evolvulacea,
Dichondra microcalyx,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,