Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
damascenus
ID:
1416070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Salmaki & Siadati

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(4): 779. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428535



Common Names

  • Pseudodictamnus damascenus
  • Damascenus Pseudodictamnus
  • Pseudodictamnus Damascenus


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Description

Pseudodictamnus damascenus (also called Pseudodictamnus damascenus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a simple inflorescence and grows in wet and marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudodictamnus damascenus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhoea, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudodictamnus damascenus is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudodictamnus damascenus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Pseudodictamnus damascenus

Pseudodictamnus damascenus is native to Syria and can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pseudodictamnus damascenus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudodictamnus damascenus?

Pseudodictamnus damascenus

What is the common name of Pseudodictamnus damascenus?

Damascus False Dittany

What is the natural habitat of Pseudodictamnus damascenus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and grassy slopes

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Y. Salmaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmaki' in the authors string.
Soudeh Siadati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siadati' in the authors string.