Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
rupicola
ID:
1306630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aona & M.C.E.Amaral

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 48: 11 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319084

Common Names

  • Dichorisandra rupicola
  • Rupicola
  • Dichorisandra

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Description

Dichorisandra rupicola (also called Blue Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dichorisandra rupicola is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dichorisandra rupicola has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender with deep green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichorisandra rupicola is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun in cooler climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Dichorisandra rupicola

Dichorisandra rupicola is found in the Atlantic forest of Brazil.

Dichorisandra rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichorisandra rupicola?

Dichorisandra rupicola

What is the family of Dichorisandra rupicola?

Commelinaceae

What is the habitat of Dichorisandra rupicola?

Dry rocky areas

Species in the Dichorisandra genus

Dichorisandra acaulis, Dichorisandra alba, Dichorisandra albomarginata, Dichorisandra amabilis, Dichorisandra angustifolia, Dichorisandra begoniifolia, Dichorisandra bonitana, Dichorisandra densiflora, Dichorisandra diederichsanae, Dichorisandra fluminensis, Dichorisandra gaudichaudiana, Dichorisandra glaziovii, Dichorisandra hexandra, Dichorisandra hirtella, Dichorisandra incurva, Dichorisandra interrupta, Dichorisandra leucophthalmos, Dichorisandra micans, Dichorisandra mosaica, Dichorisandra neglecta, Dichorisandra oxypetala, Dichorisandra penduliflora, Dichorisandra perforans, Dichorisandra picta, Dichorisandra procera, Dichorisandra puberula, Dichorisandra pubescens, Dichorisandra radicalis, Dichorisandra reginae, Dichorisandra saundersii, Dichorisandra tejucensis, Dichorisandra thyrsiflora, Dichorisandra ulei, Dichorisandra villosula, Dichorisandra paranaensis, Dichorisandra jardimii, Dichorisandra leonii, Dichorisandra leucosepala, Dichorisandra marantoides, Dichorisandra nana, Dichorisandra nutabilis, Dichorisandra odorata, Dichorisandra ordinatiflora, Dichorisandra rupicola, Dichorisandra sagittata, Dichorisandra saxatilis, Dichorisandra subtilis, Dichorisandra velutina, Dichorisandra bahiensis, Dichorisandra conglomerata,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

Maria do Carmo Estanislau do Amaral (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.E.Amaral' in the authors string.
Lidyanne Yuriko Saleme Aona (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aona' in the authors string.