Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
646887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 7: 338 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646219

Common Names

  • Dicranolepis grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Dicranolepis
  • Large-flowered Bristle-fern

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Synonyms

  • Dicranolepis benthamiana Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis bussei Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Dicranolepis talbotiorum S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Dicranolepis grandiflora (also called 'Large-flowered Dicranolepis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranolepis grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranolepis grandiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranolepis grandiflora is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and is suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Dicranolepis grandiflora

Dicranolepis grandiflora can be found in tropical Africa.

Dicranolepis grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranolepis grandiflora?

Dicranolepis grandiflora

What is the natural habitat of Dicranolepis grandiflora?

Dicranolepis grandiflora is native to Central and South America.

What is the average height of Dicranolepis grandiflora?

Dicranolepis grandiflora can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References