Diphysa echinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose
Source:
ildis
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.12: 271 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181153
Common Names
- Spinypod
- Hairy Diphysa
- Hairy-pod
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphysa echinata (also called Spiny Diphysa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diphysa echinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diphysa echinata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphysa echinata is a small shrub native to the western United States. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated from root cuttings.
Where to Find Diphysa echinata
Diphysa echinata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with other shrubs and grasses.
Diphysa echinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphysa echinata?
Diphysa echinata
What is the common name of Diphysa echinata?
Spiny-Fruited Diphysa
What is the natural habitat of Diphysa echinata?
Mountainous regions
Species in the Diphysa genus
Diphysa macrophylla, Diphysa microphylla, Diphysa minutifolia, Diphysa occidentalis, Diphysa puberulenta, Diphysa carthagenensis, Diphysa floribunda, Diphysa spinosa, Diphysa racemosa, Diphysa suberosa, Diphysa punctata, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa villosa, Diphysa vesicaria, Diphysa echinata, Diphysa macrocarpa, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa americana, Diphysa humilis, Diphysa yucatanensis, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa paucifoliolata, Diphysa ormocarpoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:81341-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Diphysa echinata Rose: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.