Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
wrightiana
ID:
648586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koord.) J.J.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 12: 148 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647918

Common Names

  • Wright's Dimorphanthera
  • Wright's Dimorphanthera
  • Wright's Dimorphanthera

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Description

Dimorphanthera wrightiana (also called 'Wright's Dimorphanthera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphanthera wrightiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphanthera wrightiana is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphanthera wrightiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dimorphanthera wrightiana

Dimorphanthera wrightiana is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Dimorphanthera wrightiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera wrightiana?

Dimorphanthera wrightiana

What is the common name of Dimorphanthera wrightiana?

Wrightiana

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphanthera wrightiana?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Central Chile

Species in the Dimorphanthera genus

Dimorphanthera alba, Dimorphanthera albida, Dimorphanthera albiflora, Dimorphanthera alpina, Dimorphanthera alpivaga, Dimorphanthera amblyornidis, Dimorphanthera amoena, Dimorphanthera amplifolia, Dimorphanthera anchorifera, Dimorphanthera angiliensis, Dimorphanthera anomala, Dimorphanthera antennifera, Dimorphanthera apoana, Dimorphanthera beccariana, Dimorphanthera brachyantha, Dimorphanthera bracteata, Dimorphanthera breviflos, Dimorphanthera brevipes, Dimorphanthera calodon, Dimorphanthera collinsii, Dimorphanthera continua, Dimorphanthera cornuta, Dimorphanthera crassifolia, Dimorphanthera cratericola, Dimorphanthera darmandvillei, Dimorphanthera dekockii, Dimorphanthera denticulifera, Dimorphanthera doctersii, Dimorphanthera dryophila, Dimorphanthera elegantissima, Dimorphanthera eymae, Dimorphanthera forbesii, Dimorphanthera glauca, Dimorphanthera gracilis, Dimorphanthera hirsutiflora, Dimorphanthera ingens, Dimorphanthera inopinata, Dimorphanthera intermedia, Dimorphanthera kalkmanii, Dimorphanthera kempteriana, Dimorphanthera keysseri, Dimorphanthera lancifolia, Dimorphanthera latifolia, Dimorphanthera leucostoma, Dimorphanthera longifolia, Dimorphanthera longistyla, Dimorphanthera macbainii, Dimorphanthera macleaniifolia, Dimorphanthera magnifica, Dimorphanthera megacalyx,

Species in the Ericaceae family