Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pectoralis
ID:
643620

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) J.F.Gmel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 13[bis] : 36 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642952

Common Names

  • Pectoralis Dianthera
  • Dianthera pectoralis
  • Pectoralis

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Synonyms

  • Justicia pectoralis pectoralis [unknown]
  • Dianthera pectoralis (Jacq.) Murray [unknown]

Description

Dianthera pectoralis (also called Pectoral Dianthera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short stem and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in wet, grassy areas and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera pectoralis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthera pectoralis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthera pectoralis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Dianthera pectoralis

Dianthera pectoralis is native to Brazil.

Dianthera pectoralis FAQ

What is the common name of Dianthera pectoralis?

Pectoral Dianthera

What is the growth habit of Dianthera pectoralis?

It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 1-2 m tall.

What is the flowering period of Dianthera pectoralis?

It typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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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