Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
verticillatus
ID:
654084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonati

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 15: 110 (1923 publ. 1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653416



Common Names

  • Verticillatus Dolichostemon
  • Dolichostemon Verticillatus
  • Dolichostemon Bean


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Description

Dolichostemon verticillatus (also called whorled wild bean, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a slender stem and grows up to 1m tall. It grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichostemon verticillatus is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a medicinal plant. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dolichostemon verticillatus is yellow in color and has five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichostemon verticillatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Dolichostemon verticillatus

Dolichostemon verticillatus is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Dolichostemon verticillatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichostemon verticillatus?

Dolichostemon verticillatus

What is the common name of Dolichostemon verticillatus?

Whorled Dolichostemon

What is the natural habitat of Dolichostemon verticillatus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia

Species in the Dolichostemon genus

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

Gustave Henri Bonati (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonati' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:802157-1: 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].