Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
inaequalis
ID:
643567

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 1: 743 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642899

Common Names

  • Inaequalis Dianthera
  • Inaequalis Waterwort
  • Inaequalis Water Starwort

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Description

Dianthera inaequalis (also called Unequal-leaved Dianthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow, unequal-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera inaequalis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthera inaequalis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthera inaequalis is a deciduous shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer or from seed sown in autumn. It can also be propagated by layering or division in spring.

Where to Find Dianthera inaequalis

Dianthera inaequalis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Argentina.

Dianthera inaequalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthera inaequalis?

Dianthera inaequalis

What is the common name of Dianthera inaequalis?

Inaequalis Dianthera

What is the family of Dianthera inaequalis?

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,

References

IPNI record: 1116539-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001045457
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-104048: Originally associated with wfo-0001045457
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-104048: Originally associated with wfo-0001045457
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1116539-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.