Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
1414857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Salmaki & Siadati

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427322



Common Names

  • Pseudodictamnus hirsutus
  • Hirsutus Pseudodictamnus
  • Hirsutus


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Description

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus (also called Hirsutus Pseudodictamnus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, dysentery, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus sub. hirsutus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape and have a long, protruding stigma. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Pseudodictamnus hirsutus

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudodictamnus hirsutus?

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus

What is the common name of Pseudodictamnus hirsutus?

Hairy Pseudodictamnus

What is the natural habitat of Pseudodictamnus hirsutus?

Forests and scrublands

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

IPNI record: 77191007-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001428536
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' 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.