Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dianthera
ID:
242476

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roth ex Roem. & Schult.) Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3a): 288 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241808



Common Names

  • Meriandra dianthera
  • Dianthera Meriandra
  • Meriandra Plant


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Synonyms

  • Salvia abyssinica R.Br. [unknown]
  • Salvia indica B.Heyne ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Salvia schimperiana Hochst. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Meriandra dianthera (also called Two-Colored Meriandra, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has white and purple flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Meriandra dianthera is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Meriandra dianthera are small, yellow, and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meriandra dianthera can be cultivated and propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Meriandra dianthera

Meriandra dianthera can be found in tropical Africa.

Meriandra dianthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meriandra dianthera?

Meriandra dianthera

What is the common name of Meriandra dianthera?

Dianthus-like Meriandra

What is the natural habitat of Meriandra dianthera?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Meriandra 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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Albrecht Wilhelm Roth (1757-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:451358-1: Based on the initial data import