Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
comata
ID:
643531

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1758

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 1: 850 (1758)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642863

Common Names

  • Dianthera comata
  • Hairy Dianthera
  • African Dianthera

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Synonyms

  • Leptostachya comata (L.) Nees [unknown]
  • Leptostachya martiniana Nees [unknown]

Description

Dianthera comata (also called 'Cobweb-Fringe', 'Cobweb-Fringe-Plant', 'Cobweb-Fringe-Plant' and 'Cobweb-Fringe-Plant' among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with a sprawling habit and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are white and have a cobweb-like fringe around the edges. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera comata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthera comata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthera comata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Dianthera comata

Dianthera comata can be found in South America, especially in Brazil, Bolivia and Argentina.

Dianthera comata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthera comata?

Dianthera comata

What is the common name of Dianthera comata?

Hairy Dianthera

What is the family of Dianthera comata?

Asteraceae

Species in the Dianthera genus

Dianthera americana, Dianthera androsaemifolia, Dianthera angusta, Dianthera angustifolia, Dianthera appendiculata, Dianthera arvensis, Dianthera brasiliensis, Dianthera breviflora, Dianthera calycina, Dianthera candelariae, Dianthera candicans, Dianthera cayennensis, Dianthera comata, Dianthera crassifolia, Dianthera eustachiana, Dianthera glabra, Dianthera guianensis, Dianthera hookeriana, Dianthera inaequalis, Dianthera incerta, Dianthera laeta, Dianthera laevilinguis, Dianthera lindeniana, Dianthera longiflora, Dianthera oblonga, Dianthera pectoralis, Dianthera peploides, Dianthera pleurolarynx, Dianthera polygaloides, Dianthera racemosa, Dianthera reptans, Dianthera rigida, Dianthera rugeliana, Dianthera sagrana, Dianthera secunda, Dianthera secundiflora, Dianthera sessilis, Dianthera speciosa, Dianthera sulfurea, Dianthera trisulcata, Dianthera dasyclados, Dianthera resupinata, Dianthera latifolia, Dianthera ovata,

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,

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