Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
persica
ID:
647039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 2: 91 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646371

Common Names

  • Persica Dicyclophora
  • Dicyclophora Persica
  • Persica Dictyoneura

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Synonyms

  • Chamaesciadium persicum (Boiss.) M.Hiroe [unknown]

Description

Dicyclophora persica (also called 'Persian Dicyclophora', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has thin, wiry stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in length and have small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is often found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicyclophora persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicyclophora persica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicyclophora persica can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-draining soil. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dicyclophora persica

Dicyclophora persica can be found in Iran, growing in rocky areas.

Dicyclophora persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicyclophora persica?

Dicyclophora persica

What is the family of Dicyclophora persica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dicyclophora persica?

Persian dicyclophora

Species in the Dicyclophora genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

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