Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
malabaricus
ID:
158270

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Staples

Source:
ipni

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Blumea 51: 441 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157599



Common Names

  • Malabar Dinetus
  • Malabar Bindweed
  • Malabar Morning Glory


Searching for Dinetus malabaricus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Porana malabarica C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Dinetus malabaricus (also called Malabar Dinetus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as forests and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Dinetus malabaricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dinetus malabaricus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Dinetus malabaricus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Dinetus malabaricus is a perennial, evergreen vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Dinetus malabaricus requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.

Where to Find Dinetus malabaricus

Dinetus malabaricus can be found in the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Dinetus malabaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dinetus malabaricus?

Dinetus malabaricus

What is the common name of Dinetus malabaricus?

Malabar morning glory

What is the family of Dinetus malabaricus?

Convolvulaceae

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.