Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
pronyense
ID:
645595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644927

Common Names

  • Dicarpellum pronyense
  • Pronyense's Dicarpellum
  • Pronyense Dicarpellum

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Synonyms

  • Salacia pronyensis Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Dicarpellum pronyense (also called Prony 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 pronyense 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 pronyense 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 pronyense 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 pronyense

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

Dicarpellum pronyense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicarpellum pronyense?

Dicarpellum pronyense

What is the natural habitat of Dicarpellum pronyense?

Dry, rocky areas in South America

What type of plant is Dicarpellum pronyense?

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-2765568: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.