Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
hexagona
ID:
658670

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kerr) Thiv

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Blumea 48: 25 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658002

Common Names

  • Duplipetala hexagona
  • Hexagonal-leaved Duplipetala
  • Hexagonal-leaved Petalostemum

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Description

Duplipetala hexagona (also called Hexagonal Duplipetala, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Duplipetala hexagona is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duplipetala hexagona is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duplipetala hexagona is a perennial succulent native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry for a few days. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. The cutting should root in a few weeks. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Duplipetala hexagona

Duplipetala hexagona is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Duplipetala hexagona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duplipetala hexagona?

Duplipetala hexagona

Where does Duplipetala hexagona grow?

Duplipetala hexagona grows in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the common name of Duplipetala hexagona?

Duplipetala hexagona is commonly known as the creeping daisy.

Species in the Duplipetala genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.
Mike Thiv: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thiv' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1069606-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.