Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
1248910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Tharp & M.C.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 13: 356 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248248



Common Names

  • Dichondra
  • Nivea
  • Dichondra


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Description

Dichondra nivea (also called white dichondra, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Mexico. It has small, round leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dichondra nivea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as an edible plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dichondra nivea has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichondra nivea is a small, perennial herb native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic, with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Where to Find Dichondra nivea

Dichondra nivea can be found in Mexico.

Dichondra nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichondra nivea?

Dichondra nivea

What is the common name of Dichondra nivea?

Snowy Dichondra

What is the natural habitat of Dichondra nivea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50145707: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Carroll Tharp (1885-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tharp' in the authors string.