Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stapf) Melnikov
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 46: 182 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330484
Common Names
- Drymosiphon piperelloides
- Piperelloid Drymosiphon
- Piperelloid False Foxglove
Description
Drymosiphon piperelloides (also called Piperelloid Drymosiphon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m in height. It is native to Ukraine and is found in forests and scrublands, at elevations of 0-1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Drymosiphon piperelloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for decoration. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Drymosiphon piperelloides is white in color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round drupe. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drymosiphon piperelloides is a shrub native to tropical climates. It can be propagated through division or by seed. To cultivate, provide full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Drymosiphon piperelloides
Drymosiphon piperelloides can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe, primarily in Russia and Georgia.
Drymosiphon piperelloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drymosiphon piperelloides?
Drymosiphon piperelloides
What is the common name of Drymosiphon piperelloides?
Piperelloides Drymosiphon
What is the natural habitat of Drymosiphon piperelloides?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
Species in the Drymosiphon genus
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
Denis G. Melnikov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melnikov' in the authors string.