Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
michuacanus
ID:
387889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Salazar & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(3): 173 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387221



Common Names

  • Dichromanthus michuacanus
  • Michuacan Dichromanthus
  • Michuacan Hairgrass


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Description

Dichromanthus michuacanus (also called Michuacan Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dichromanthus michuacanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its fruits are edible. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dichromanthus michuacanus is small, orange and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichromanthus michuacanus is a tropical plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3-4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or division of the root ball. It is best to take cuttings in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Dichromanthus michuacanus

Dichromanthus michuacanus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Dichromanthus michuacanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichromanthus michuacanus?

Dichromanthus michuacanus

What is the common name of Dichromanthus michuacanus?

Michuacan Dichromanthus

What is the natural habitat of Dichromanthus michuacanus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239469: Based on the initial data import
Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.