Dirca occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
652170
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts viii. (1878) 631.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651502
Common Names
- Dirca Occidentalis
- Occidentalis
- Dirca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dirca occidentalis (also called Western Leatherwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has leathery, dark green leaves and grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dirca occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dirca occidentalis are small, yellowish-white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, ovoid, and reddish-brown in color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dirca occidentalis: This species is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Dirca occidentalis
Dirca occidentalis is native to tropical rainforests in western North America.
Dirca occidentalis FAQ
What is the common name of Dirca occidentalis?
Western Leatherwood
What is the natural habitat of Dirca occidentalis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific classification of Dirca occidentalis?
Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Thymelaeales, Family: Thymelaeaceae, Genus: Dirca, Species: D. occidentalis
Species in the Dirca genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2772354: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.