Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
disticha
ID:
646880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 8: t. 798 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646212



Common Names

  • Dicranolepis disticha
  • Two-row Dicranolepis
  • Two-row Bristle-fern


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Synonyms

  • Dicranolepis adiantoides Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis convalliodora Gilg [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis flamignii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis mannii Baill. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis schweinfurthii Gilg [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis stenosiphon H.Pearson [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis disticha glabrescens Engl. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis convallariodora Gilg [unknown]

Description

Dicranolepis disticha (also called Disticha Dicranolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Angola. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranolepis disticha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranolepis disticha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranolepis disticha is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and is suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Dicranolepis disticha

Dicranolepis disticha can be found in tropical Africa.

Dicranolepis disticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranolepis disticha?

Dicranolepis disticha

What is the natural habitat of Dicranolepis disticha?

Dicranolepis disticha is native to Central and South America.

What is the average height of Dicranolepis disticha?

Dicranolepis disticha can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References