Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cayennensis
ID:
643520

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 197 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642852

Common Names

  • Dianthera cayennensis
  • Cayenne Dianthera
  • African Dianthera

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Synonyms

  • Justicia cayennensis cayennensis [unknown]

Description

Dianthera cayennensis (also called Cayenne Dianthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem. It is native to South America and is found in moist, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera cayennensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dianthera cayennensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, delicate stems and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthera cayennensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Dianthera cayennensis

Dianthera cayennensis can be found in South America, especially in Brazil, Bolivia and Argentina.

Dianthera cayennensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthera cayennensis?

Dianthera cayennensis

What is the common name of Dianthera cayennensis?

Cayenne Dianthera

What is the family of Dianthera cayennensis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Dianthera genus

Dianthera americana, Dianthera androsaemifolia, Dianthera angusta, Dianthera angustifolia, Dianthera appendiculata, Dianthera arvensis, Dianthera brasiliensis, Dianthera breviflora, Dianthera calycina, Dianthera candelariae, Dianthera candicans, Dianthera cayennensis, Dianthera comata, Dianthera crassifolia, Dianthera eustachiana, Dianthera glabra, Dianthera guianensis, Dianthera hookeriana, Dianthera inaequalis, Dianthera incerta, Dianthera laeta, Dianthera laevilinguis, Dianthera lindeniana, Dianthera longiflora, Dianthera oblonga, Dianthera pectoralis, Dianthera peploides, Dianthera pleurolarynx, Dianthera polygaloides, Dianthera racemosa, Dianthera reptans, Dianthera rigida, Dianthera rugeliana, Dianthera sagrana, Dianthera secunda, Dianthera secundiflora, Dianthera sessilis, Dianthera speciosa, Dianthera sulfurea, Dianthera trisulcata, Dianthera dasyclados, Dianthera resupinata, Dianthera latifolia, Dianthera ovata,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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