Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
lythroides
ID:
651313

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 94 e (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650645



Common Names

  • Lythroides Diplusodon
  • Diplusodon Lythroides
  • Lythroides Diplusodon


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Synonyms

  • Diplusodon lythroides glabrescens DC. [unknown]
  • Friedlandia lythroides Mart. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Diplusodon lythroides (also called Lythrum-like Diplusodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a fleshy stem, and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Diplusodon lythroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplusodon lythroides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplusodon lythroides is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of climates. It is drought tolerant and can grow in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Diplusodon lythroides

Diplusodon lythroides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Diplusodon lythroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplusodon lythroides?

Diplusodon lythroides

What is the family of Diplusodon lythroides?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Diplusodon lythroides?

Brazil

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,