Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
racemosus
ID:
1331187

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Royle ex Benth.) Dickoré & Hilger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 226: 139 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343641

Common Names

  • Decalepidanthus Racemosus
  • Racemose Decalepidanthus
  • Racemose Decalepidanthus

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Description

Decalepidanthus racemosus (also called Racemose Decalepidanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Decalepidanthus racemosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decalepidanthus racemosus is white, with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decalepidanthus racemosus is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Decalepidanthus racemosus

Decalepidanthus racemosus can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Decalepidanthus racemosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepidanthus racemosus?

Decalepidanthus racemosus

What is the natural habitat of Decalepidanthus racemosus?

Decalepidanthus racemosus is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the flower color of Decalepidanthus racemosus?

The flowers of Decalepidanthus racemosus are white or yellowish.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Forbes Royle (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Royle' in the authors string.
Hartmut H. Hilger (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilger' in the authors string.