Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
floribundus
ID:
1406060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Radlk.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 74 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001418518



Common Names

  • Dizygostemon floribundus
  • Floribund Dizygostemon
  • Floribund False Foxglove


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Description

Dizygostemon floribundus (also called Floribund Dizygostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a rounded, spreading form and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in humid, tropical rainforest habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dizygostemon floribundus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dizygostemon floribundus has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dizygostemon floribundus is a fast-growing, easy-to-grow houseplant. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps of roots in the spring or summer and replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dizygostemon floribundus

Dizygostemon floribundus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Dizygostemon floribundus FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Dizygostemon floribundus?

Dizygostemon floribundus prefers well-draining, sandy soils.

What is the optimal light exposure for Dizygostemon floribundus?

Dizygostemon floribundus prefers full sun to partial shade.

How often should Dizygostemon floribundus be watered?

Dizygostemon floribundus should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:82582-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].