Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
erythroclada
ID:
944345

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 3: 458 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943683

Common Names

  • Dioecrescis Erythroclada
  • Red-branched Dioecrescis
  • Erythroclada Dioecrescis

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Description

Dioecrescis erythroclada (also called Red-flowered Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, red flowers and grows in moist, sandy soils. It is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Dioecrescis erythroclada has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Seed: Small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioecrescis erythroclada is a perennial herb that is native to Colombia. It grows in moist, sandy soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump. The plant can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Dioecrescis erythroclada

Dioecrescis erythroclada can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Species in the Dioecrescis genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-62103: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.