Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kaessneri
ID:
1318602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Vollesen & I.Darbysh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 73(4)-45: 1. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331056

Common Names

  • Duosperma kaessneri
  • Kaessneri Duosperma
  • Duosperma

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Description

Duosperma kaessneri (also called Kaessner's Duosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Duosperma kaessneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Duosperma kaessneri has yellow flowers with purple anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duosperma kaessneri is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Duosperma kaessneri

Duosperma kaessneri is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Duosperma kaessneri FAQ

What is the common name of Duosperma kaessneri?

Kaessner's duosperma

What is the growth habit of Duosperma kaessneri?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the native range of Duosperma kaessneri?

It is native to Mexico

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60476869-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.