Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
affinis
ID:
650830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 227 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650162



Common Names

  • Affinis Moss
  • Moss Affinis
  • Moss Affinis Moss


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Synonyms

  • Cocculus affinis Oliv. [unknown]
  • Diploclisia chinensis Merr. [unknown]

Description

Diploclisia affinis (also called Related Diploclisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with bright yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils. It can be found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diploclisia affinis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diploclisia affinis is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diploclisia affinis can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Diploclisia affinis

Diploclisia affinis is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Diploclisia affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diploclisia affinis?

Diploclisia affinis

What is the common name of Diploclisia affinis?

Affinis Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Diploclisia affinis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Diploclisia genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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