Stictocardia discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
158157
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ooststr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Blumea 5: 350 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157486
Common Names
- Stictocardia Discolor
- Purple Stictocardia
- Purpleheart Stictocardia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stictocardia discolor (also called Variable-leaf Stictocardia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small white flowers and is found in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Stictocardia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stictocardia discolor has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stictocardia discolor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Stictocardia discolor
Stictocardia discolor is native to the southeastern United States, found in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. It grows in wet areas, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.
Stictocardia discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stictocardia discolor?
Stictocardia discolor
What type of plant is Stictocardia discolor?
A flowering shrub
Where is Stictocardia discolor native to?
Tropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Stictocardia genus
Stictocardia cordatosepala, Stictocardia discolor, Stictocardia neglecta, Stictocardia queenslandica, Stictocardia sivarajanii, Stictocardia mojangensis, Stictocardia tiliifolia, Stictocardia laxiflora, Stictocardia beraviensis, Stictocardia macalusoi, Stictocardia lutambensis, Stictocardia incompta,
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
Simon Jan van Ooststroom (1906-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ooststr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271221-1: Based on the initial data import