Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
capsularis
ID:
645355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Compan. Bot. Mag. 2: 18 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644687



Common Names

  • Diascia Capsularis
  • Capsule Diascia
  • Capsularis Diascia


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Description

Diascia capsularis (also called Capsule Twinspur, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with pink flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Diascia capsularis has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Diascia capsularis has small, pink flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diascia capsularis is a perennial plant in the Scrophulariaceae family. It is native to South Africa and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and then transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Diascia capsularis

Diascia capsularis can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Diascia capsularis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Diascia capsularis?

Diascia capsularis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the best soil type for Diascia capsularis?

Diascia capsularis prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Diascia capsularis need?

Diascia capsularis prefers full sun to part shade.

Species in the Diascia genus

Diascia aliciae, Diascia alonsooides, Diascia anastrepta, Diascia ausana, Diascia austromontana, Diascia barberae, Diascia batteniana, Diascia bergiana, Diascia bicolor, Diascia capensis, Diascia capsularis, Diascia cardiosepala, Diascia cordata, Diascia cuneata, Diascia decipiens, Diascia dielsiana, Diascia diffusa, Diascia dissimulans, Diascia ellaphieae, Diascia elongata, Diascia engleri, Diascia esterhuyseniae, Diascia fetcaniensis, Diascia fragrans, Diascia glandulosa, Diascia gracilis, Diascia hexensis, Diascia humilis, Diascia insignis, Diascia integerrima, Diascia lewisiae, Diascia lilacina, Diascia longicornis, Diascia macrophylla, Diascia maculata, Diascia megathura, Diascia minutiflora, Diascia mollis, Diascia namaquensis, Diascia nana, Diascia nodosa, Diascia pachyceras, Diascia parviflora, Diascia patens, Diascia pentheri, Diascia personata, Diascia purpurea, Diascia racemulosa, Diascia ramosa, Diascia rigescens,

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801896-1: 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].