Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
rugosifolia
ID:
809131

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Munir) Rye

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 451 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808465



Common Names

  • Rugose Dicrastylis
  • Rugose-leaved Dicrastylis
  • Rugose-leaved Parakeelya


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Description

Dicrastylis rugosifolia (also called Rugose-leaved Dicrastylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America, found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, bright green leaves and produces white flowers with yellow bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Dicrastylis rugosifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicrastylis rugosifolia has small, white and yellow flowers, small, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicrastylis rugosifolia is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most reliable method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dicrastylis rugosifolia

Dicrastylis rugosifolia is native to Australia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Dicrastylis rugosifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicrastylis rugosifolia?

Dicrastylis rugosifolia

What is the common name of Dicrastylis rugosifolia?

Rugose-Leaved Dicrastylis

What is the natural habitat of Dicrastylis rugosifolia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346699: Based on the initial data import
Ahmad Abid Munir (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munir' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.