Dichondra sericea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
1297953
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [O. P. Swartz] 54. 1788 [20 Jun-29 Jul 1788]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297291
Common Names
- Silky Dichondra
- Sericea Dichondra
- Sericea Morning Glory
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dichondra sericea (also called silky ponysfoot, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is an annual herb with trailing stems and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dichondra sericea is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dichondra sericea var. sericeaDichondra sericea var. tomentosa Burkart
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dichondra sericea has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are thin and have a long, pointed cotyledon.
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Dichondra sericea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Once established, Dichondra sericea should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Dichondra sericea
Dichondra sericea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Dichondra sericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichondra sericea?
Dichondra sericea
What is the common name of Dichondra sericea?
Silver ponysfoot
Where is Dichondra sericea native to?
Australia
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8500776: Based on the initial data import
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.