Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
usambarica
ID:
646915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 272 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646247



Common Names

  • Dicranostegia usambarica
  • Usambara Dicranostegia
  • Usambara Bristle-fern


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Synonyms

  • Dicranolepis usambarica nana Domke [unknown]

Description

Dicranolepis usambarica (also called Dicranolepis usambarica, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with short, thick rhizomes and short-stalked leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranostigma erectum is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranolepis usambarica 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 usambarica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Dicranolepis usambarica

Dicranolepis usambarica can be found in tropical Africa.

Dicranolepis usambarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranolepis usambarica?

Dicranolepis usambarica

What is the family of Dicranolepis usambarica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dicranolepis usambarica?

Usambara dicranolepis

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,

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