Status:
valid
Authors:
O.E.Schulz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 92 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646364
Common Names
- Englerianus Dictyophragmus
- Dictyophragmus Englerianus
- Englerianus Dictyoneura
Synonyms
- Streptanthus englerianus Muschl. [unknown]
Description
Dictyophragmus englerianus (also called 'Engler's Dictyophragmus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. 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
Dictyophragmus englerianus 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 Dictyophragmus englerianus is a small, white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dictyophragmus englerianus 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 Dictyophragmus englerianus
Dictyophragmus englerianus can be found in South America, growing in rocky areas.
Dictyophragmus englerianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dictyophragmus englerianus?
Dictyophragmus englerianus
What is the common name of Dictyophragmus englerianus?
Engler's dictyophragmus
Where is Dictyophragmus englerianus native to?
India
Species in the Dictyophragmus genus
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Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
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Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
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Aethionema papillosum,
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Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
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