Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
dipelta
ID:
1324520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 125: 28 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336974

Common Names

  • Linnaea Dipelta
  • Dipelta's Linnaea
  • Dipelta Linnaea

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Description

Linnaea dipelta (also called two-winged linnaea, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to North America and is found in moist deciduous forests. It is also found in secondary forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Linnaea dipelta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linnaea dipelta has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linnaea dipelta is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to western North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-ripe shoots and planted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Linnaea dipelta

Linnaea dipelta is native to the mountains of western North America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Linnaea dipelta FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Linnaea dipelta?

Linnaea dipelta prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What are the blooming times for Linnaea dipelta?

Linnaea dipelta blooms in late spring and early summer.

What is the average size of Linnaea dipelta?

Linnaea dipelta typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.