Dicranostyles densa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densa
ID:
1251372
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Meisn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 328 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250710
Common Names
- Dicranostyles
- False-Chenopodium
- False-Goosefoot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicranostyles densa (also called Dense Dicranostyles, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dicranostyles densa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicranostyles densa has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dicranostyles densa is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and leaves, and by division of the plant.
Where to Find Dicranostyles densa
Dicranostyles densa can be found in Central and South America.
Dicranostyles densa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Dicranostyles densa?
Dicranostyles densa is found in tropical forests in South America.
What type of soil does Dicranostyles densa prefer?
Dicranostyles densa prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How often should Dicranostyles densa be watered?
Dicranostyles densa should be watered twice a week.
Species in the Dicranostyles genus
Dicranostyles guianensis, Dicranostyles globostigma, Dicranostyles costanensis, Dicranostyles solimoesensis, Dicranostyles densa, Dicranostyles falconiana, Dicranostyles ampla, Dicranostyles holostyla, Dicranostyles integra, Dicranostyles laxa, Dicranostyles longifolia, Dicranostyles mildbraediana, Dicranostyles scandens, Dicranostyles villosus, Dicranostyles sericea,
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-50157237: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.