Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Species:
strobilaceus
ID:
389379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 687 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388711



Common Names

  • Strobilaceus Broomrape
  • Strobilaceus Stickweed
  • Strobilaceus Cancer-root


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Synonyms

  • Dimerocostus guttierezii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Dimerocostus strobilaceus (also called cone-stem costus, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to South America. It is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerocostus strobilaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dimerocostus strobilaceus sub. gutierrezii (Kuntze) Maas
Dimerocostus strobilaceus sub. strobilaceus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimerocostus strobilaceus is a yellowish-green, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a thin, upright stem and a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerocostus strobilaceus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Dimerocostus strobilaceus

Dimerocostus strobilaceus is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Dimerocostus strobilaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerocostus strobilaceus?

Dimerocostus strobilaceus

What is the common name of Dimerocostus strobilaceus?

Cone-bearing Dimerocostus

What is the natural habitat of Dimerocostus strobilaceus?

It is found in tropical forests in South America

Species in the Costaceae family

Chamaecostus congestiflorus, Chamaecostus curcumoides, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, Chamaecostus fragilis, Chamaecostus fusiformis, Chamaecostus lanceolatus, Chamaecostus subsessilis, Chamaecostus acaulis, Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239710: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.