Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
dido
ID:
624225

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt & R.M.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 26: 371 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623557

Common Names

  • Cosmianthemum Dido
  • Dido Plant
  • Dido's Plant

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Description

Cosmianthemum dido (also called 'Dido's Cosmianthemum', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmianthemum dido is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cosmianthemum dido flower is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower that blooms in early spring. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmianthemum dido is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that can reach up to 8 inches (20 cm) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Offsets can be removed in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Cosmianthemum dido

Cosmianthemum dido is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Cosmianthemum dido FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmianthemum dido?

Cosmianthemum dido

What is the common name of Cosmianthemum dido?

Dido Cosmianthemum

What type of plant is Cosmianthemum dido?

It is a type of shrub

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Rosemary Margaret Smith (1933-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Sm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.