Diplusodon vidalii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vidalii
ID:
651378
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lourteig
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Bradea 5: 216 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650710
Common Names
- Diplusodon vidalii
- Vidalii Diplusodon
- Diplusodon's Vidalii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplusodon vidalii (also called Vidal's Diplusodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and parts of South America. It has small, ovate leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diplusodon vidalii 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
Diplusodon vidalii has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a single stem. The seeds are small and black.
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Diplusodon vidalii can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It prefers a slightly acidic soil and does not tolerate drought.
Where to Find Diplusodon vidalii
Diplusodon vidalii can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona and New Mexico.
Diplusodon vidalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplusodon vidalii?
Diplusodon vidalii
What type of plant is Diplusodon vidalii?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Diplusodon vidalii found?
It is found in South America.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2771557: Based on the initial data import
Alicia Lourteig (1913-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lourteig' in the authors string.