Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Soldano, Galasso & Banfi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Atti Soc. Ital. Sci. Nat. Mus. Civico Storia Nat. Milano 152: 92 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332130
Common Names
- Dichoropetalum Caucasicum
- Fringed Petunia
- Fringed Petunia Vine
Description
Dichoropetalum caucasicum (also called Caucasian Dichoropetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It is a shrub with thick, succulent, and waxy leaves. It has clusters of small, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a waxy texture. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dichoropetalum caucasicum is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used for treating skin diseases, wounds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dichoropetalum caucasicum has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dichoropetalum caucasicum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most common method, as it is easy and reliable. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Dichoropetalum caucasicum
Dichoropetalum caucasicum is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the countries of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.
Dichoropetalum caucasicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichoropetalum caucasicum?
Dichoropetalum caucasicum
What is the common name of Dichoropetalum caucasicum?
Caucasian Dichoropetalum
What is the natural habitat of Dichoropetalum caucasicum?
It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Dichoropetalum genus
Dichoropetalum achaicum,
Dichoropetalum alpigenum,
Dichoropetalum aromaticum,
Dichoropetalum aureum,
Dichoropetalum carvifolia,
Dichoropetalum chryseum,
Dichoropetalum depauperatum,
Dichoropetalum golestanicum,
Dichoropetalum graminifolium,
Dichoropetalum isauricum,
Dichoropetalum junceum,
Dichoropetalum lavrentiadis,
Dichoropetalum minutifolium,
Dichoropetalum munbyi,
Dichoropetalum oligophyllum,
Dichoropetalum palimbioides,
Dichoropetalum paucijugum,
Dichoropetalum platycarpum,
Dichoropetalum pschawicum,
Dichoropetalum ramosissimum,
Dichoropetalum schottii,
Dichoropetalum scoparium,
Dichoropetalum seseloides,
Dichoropetalum stridii,
Dichoropetalum vittijugum,
Dichoropetalum alpinum,
Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum,
Dichoropetalum bupleuroides,
Dichoropetalum caucasicum,
Dichoropetalum kittaniae,
Dichoropetalum kyriakae,
Dichoropetalum zirnichii,
Dichoropetalum alanyensis,
Dichoropetalum vuralii,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,