Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 476 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645894
Common Names
- Javanica Dicliptera
- Dicliptera Javanica
- Javanica Winged-stem
Description
Dicliptera javanica (also called Javanese Dicliptera, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is typically found in wet, disturbed areas. It has ovate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dicliptera javanica is used in traditional medicine to treat dysentery, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicliptera javanica has small yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dicliptera javanica: This plant prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Dicliptera javanica
Dicliptera javanica can be found in Indonesia, Java, and Sumatra.
Dicliptera javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicliptera javanica?
Dicliptera javanica
What is the common name of Dicliptera javanica?
Javanic Dicliptera
What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera javanica?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
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,