Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
646409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) S.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 49: 312 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645741

Common Names

  • Albicaulis Dicliptera
  • Dicliptera Albicaulis
  • Dicliptera albicaulis

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Description

Dicliptera albicaulis (also called White-stemmed Dicliptera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white stems. It is found in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dicliptera albicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicliptera albicaulis is yellow in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicliptera albicaulis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. Once rooted, the branch can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.

Where to Find Dicliptera albicaulis

Dicliptera albicaulis is native to Nigeria and can be found in the Guinea Savanna biome.

Dicliptera albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicliptera albicaulis?

Dicliptera albicaulis

What is the common name of Dicliptera albicaulis?

White-stemmed Dicliptera

What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera albicaulis?

Dicliptera albicaulis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Species in the Dicliptera genus

Dicliptera brevispicata, Dicliptera decorticans, Dicliptera gillilandiorum, Dicliptera paniculata, Dicliptera serpenticola, Dicliptera abuensis, Dicliptera aculeata, Dicliptera acuminata, Dicliptera adusta, Dicliptera albicaulis, Dicliptera albocostata, Dicliptera alternans, Dicliptera angolensis, Dicliptera anomala, Dicliptera antidysenterica, Dicliptera aquatica, Dicliptera aripoensis, Dicliptera armata, Dicliptera arnhemica, Dicliptera australis, Dicliptera bagshawei, Dicliptera baphica, Dicliptera batilliformis, Dicliptera beddomei, Dicliptera betonicoides, Dicliptera brachiata, Dicliptera bracteata, Dicliptera bupleuroides, Dicliptera burmanni, Dicliptera cabrerae, Dicliptera callichlamys, Dicliptera canescens, Dicliptera capensis, Dicliptera capitata, Dicliptera caracasana, Dicliptera carvalhoi, Dicliptera caucensis, Dicliptera chinensis, Dicliptera ciliaris, Dicliptera ciliata, Dicliptera clarkei, Dicliptera clavata, Dicliptera cleistogama, Dicliptera clinopodia, Dicliptera cochabambensis, Dicliptera colorata, Dicliptera compacta, Dicliptera confinis, Dicliptera congesta, Dicliptera contorta,

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.