Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
laxa
ID:
1297456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 590 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296794

Common Names

  • Dicranostyles laxa
  • Laxa Dicranostyles
  • Laxa

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Description

Dicranostyles laxa (also called Loose Dicranostyles, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to the Americas, from the United States to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranostyles laxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranostyles laxa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranostyles laxa is a perennial herbaceous vine native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Dicranostyles laxa

Dicranostyles laxa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Dicranostyles laxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranostyles laxa?

Dicranostyles laxa

What is the common name of Dicranostyles laxa?

Lax Dicranostyles

What is the natural habitat of Dicranostyles laxa?

Dicranostyles laxa is native to Central and South America.

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References