Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
baillonianum
ID:
645590

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 28: 443 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644922

Common Names

  • Dicarpellum baillonianum
  • Baillonianum's Dicarpellum
  • Baillonianum Dicarpellum

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Synonyms

  • Salacia poissoniana Loes. [unknown]
  • Dicarpellum poissonianum (Loes.) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Salacia bailloniana Loes. [unknown]

Description

Dicarpellum baillonianum (also called Baillon's Dicarpellum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear to lanceolate leaves and white, yellow, or pink flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicarpellum baillonianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soils. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicarpellum baillonianum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicarpellum baillonianum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is generally pest and disease free. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Dicarpellum baillonianum

Dicarpellum baillonianum can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Dicarpellum baillonianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicarpellum baillonianum?

Dicarpellum baillonianum

What is the natural habitat of Dicarpellum baillonianum?

Dry, rocky areas in Central America

What type of plant is Dicarpellum baillonianum?

A perennial herb

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765563: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.