Duvaliandra dioscoridis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dioscoridis
ID:
658839
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lavranos) M.G.Gilbert
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 52: 101 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658171
Common Names
- Duvaliandra Dioscoridis
- Dioscoridis Duvaliandra
- Dioscoridis Daisy
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Duvaliandra dioscoridis (also called Dioscorides' duvaliandra, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem with a rosette of fleshy, triangular-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, sandy soils in the dry, hot regions of South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Duvaliandra dioscoridis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruit, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Duvaliandra dioscoridis has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Duvaliandra dioscoridis: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Duvaliandra dioscoridis
Duvaliandra dioscoridis is found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Duvaliandra dioscoridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Duvaliandra dioscoridis?
Duvaliandra dioscoridis
Where does Duvaliandra dioscoridis grow?
Duvaliandra dioscoridis grows in tropical and subtropical regions.
What is the common name of Duvaliandra dioscoridis?
Duvaliandra dioscoridis is commonly known as the creeping daisy.
Species in the Duvaliandra genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2779560: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.
John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.