Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) Koehne
Source:
cmp
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(2): 337 1877
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650594
Common Names
- Capitatus Diplusodon
- Capitatus False Foxglove
- Capitatus Diplusodon
Synonyms
- Diplusodon microphyllus capitatus A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
Description
Diplusodon capitatus (also called Capitate Diplusodon, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Rutaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Australia, from Western Australia to New South Wales. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Diplusodon capitatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplusodon capitatus is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplusodon capitatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting of 4-6 inches and place in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep in a warm, bright location and water regularly.
Where to Find Diplusodon capitatus
Diplusodon capitatus can be found in the Andes Mountains in South America.
Diplusodon capitatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplusodon capitatus?
Diplusodon capitatus
What is the family of Diplusodon capitatus?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Diplusodon capitatus?
Capitate Diplusodon
Species in the Diplusodon genus
Diplusodon adpressipilus,
Diplusodon aggregatifolius,
Diplusodon alatus,
Diplusodon appendiculosus,
Diplusodon argenteus,
Diplusodon argyrophyllus,
Diplusodon astictus,
Diplusodon bolivianus,
Diplusodon bradei,
Diplusodon burchellii,
Diplusodon buxifolius,
Diplusodon caesariatus,
Diplusodon canastrensis,
Diplusodon candollei,
Diplusodon capitatus,
Diplusodon ciliatiflorus,
Diplusodon ciliiflorus,
Diplusodon cordifolius,
Diplusodon cryptanthus,
Diplusodon decussatus,
Diplusodon divaricatus,
Diplusodon epilobioides,
Diplusodon ericoides,
Diplusodon fastigiatus,
Diplusodon floribundus,
Diplusodon foliosus,
Diplusodon glaucescens,
Diplusodon glaziovii,
Diplusodon glocimarii,
Diplusodon gracilis,
Diplusodon hatschbachii,
Diplusodon helianthemifolius,
Diplusodon heringeri,
Diplusodon hexander,
Diplusodon hirsutus,
Diplusodon imbricatus,
Diplusodon incanus,
Diplusodon irwinii,
Diplusodon kielmeyeroides,
Diplusodon lanceolatus,
Diplusodon leucocalycinus,
Diplusodon longipes,
Diplusodon lythroides,
Diplusodon macrodon,
Diplusodon marginatus,
Diplusodon mattogrossensis,
Diplusodon microphyllus,
Diplusodon minasensis,
Diplusodon mononeuros,
Diplusodon myrsinites,
Species in the Lythraceae family
Adenaria floribunda,
Ammannia aegyptiaca,
Ammannia alternifolia,
Ammannia anagalloides,
Ammannia aspera,
Ammannia auriculata,
Ammannia baccifera,
Ammannia coccinea,
Ammannia cordata,
Ammannia crassicaulis,
Ammannia crinipes,
Ammannia debilis,
Ammannia desertorum,
Ammannia dodecandra,
Ammannia elata,
Ammannia gracilis,
Ammannia latifolia,
Ammannia linearipetala,
Ammannia loandensis,
Ammannia multiflora,
Ammannia myriophylloides,
Ammannia nagpurensis,
Ammannia octandra,
Ammannia passerinoides,
Ammannia prieuriana,
Ammannia prostrata,
Ammannia quadriciliata,
Ammannia robusta,
Ammannia sarcophylla,
Ammannia schaeferi,
Ammannia senegalensis,
Ammannia triflora,
Ammannia uniflora,
Ammannia urceolata,
Ammannia verticillata,
Ammannia wormskioldii,
Ammannia calcicola,
Ammannia heterophylla,
Ammannia pauciramosa,
Ammannia pubescens,
Ammannia praetermissa,
Ammannia andongensis,
Ammannia angolensis,
Ammannia angustifolia,
Ammannia arnhemica,
Ammannia aurita,
Ammannia baumii,
Ammannia bequaertii,
Ammannia brevistyla,
Ammannia burttii,