Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
rhodesiensis
ID:
1268016

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Fern. & R.Fern.

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 30: 182 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267354



Common Names

  • Dichaetanthera Rhodesiensis
  • Rhodesian Thistle
  • Thistle Bush


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Description

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis (also called Rhodesian dichaetanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Zimbabwe. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate both wet and dry conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis has white or pink flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in containers in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis?

Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis

What is the common name of Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis?

Dichaetanthera

What is the natural habitat of Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis?

Tropical and subtropical montane forests

Species in the Dichaetanthera genus

Dichaetanthera schuilingiana, Dichaetanthera tsaratanensis, Dichaetanthera grandifolia, Dichaetanthera lutescens, Dichaetanthera altissima, Dichaetanthera heteromorpha, Dichaetanthera scabra, Dichaetanthera tsaratananensis, Dichaetanthera squamata, Dichaetanthera crassinodis, Dichaetanthera articulata, Dichaetanthera ciliata, Dichaetanthera villosissima, Dichaetanthera rutenbergiana, Dichaetanthera hirsuta, Dichaetanthera cornifrons, Dichaetanthera trichopoda, Dichaetanthera sambiranensis, Dichaetanthera decaryi, Dichaetanthera asperrima, Dichaetanthera parvifolia, Dichaetanthera brevicauda, Dichaetanthera matitanensis, Dichaetanthera bifida, Dichaetanthera cordifolia, Dichaetanthera arborea, Dichaetanthera madagascariensis, Dichaetanthera oblongifolia, Dichaetanthera lancifolia, Dichaetanthera africana, Dichaetanthera corymbosa, Dichaetanthera strigosa, Dichaetanthera verdcourtii, Dichaetanthera erici-rosenii, Dichaetanthera echinulata, Dichaetanthera rhodesiensis, Dichaetanthera rosea, Dichaetanthera amphorocalyx, Dichaetanthera bojerii, Dichaetanthera pauciflora, Dichaetanthera schatzii,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:568225-1: Based on the initial data import