Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 693 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333397
Common Names
- Diceratotheca
- Bracteolate Daisy
- African Daisy
Uses & Benefits
Diceratotheca bracteolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diceratotheca bracteolata is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diceratotheca bracteolata is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by stem cuttings. Take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide partial shade. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Diceratotheca bracteolata
Diceratotheca bracteolata can be found in tropical areas of Asia, from India to the Philippines.
Diceratotheca bracteolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diceratotheca bracteolata?
Diceratotheca bracteolata
What is the common name of Diceratotheca bracteolata?
Diceratotheca Bracteolata
What is the natural habitat of Diceratotheca bracteolata?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Diceratotheca genus
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
Robert W. Scotland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scotland' in the authors string.