Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
monoicum
ID:
645597

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 9: 302 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644929



Common Names

  • Dicarpidium monoicum
  • Monoicum's Dicarpidium
  • Monoicum Dicarpidium


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Synonyms

  • Melochia monoica (F.Muell.) Baill. [unknown]

Description

Dicarpidium monoicum (also called Monocarpidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear to lanceolate leaves and white, yellow, or pink flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicarpidium monoicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soils. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicarpidium monoicum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicarpidium monoicum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is generally pest and disease free. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Dicarpidium monoicum

Dicarpidium monoicum can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Dicarpidium monoicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicarpidium monoicum?

Dicarpidium monoicum

What is the natural habitat of Dicarpidium monoicum?

Dry, rocky areas in Central America

What type of plant is Dicarpidium monoicum?

A perennial herb

Species in the Dicarpidium genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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