Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Balkwill) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 29: 789. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425526
Common Names
- Dicliptera namibiensis
- Namibiensis Dicliptera
- Dicliptera Namibiensis
Description
Dicliptera namibiensis (also called Namibian dicliptera, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Namibia. It is found in dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dicliptera namibiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dicliptera namibiensis sub. brandbergensis (K.Balkwill) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Dicliptera namibiensis sub. namibiensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicliptera namibiensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dicliptera namibiensis is a small evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Dicliptera namibiensis
Dicliptera namibiensis can be found in Namibia.
Dicliptera namibiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicliptera namibiensis?
Dicliptera namibiensis
What is the common name of Dicliptera namibiensis?
Namibian Dicliptera
What is the natural habitat of Dicliptera namibiensis?
Tropical rainforests
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,