Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
betulifolius
ID:
1318026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Balansa) Melnikov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 46: 181 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330480

Common Names

  • Drymosiphon betulifolius
  • Birch-leaved Drymosiphon
  • Birch-leaved False Foxglove

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Description

Drymosiphon betulifolius (also called 'Birch-leaf Drymosiphon', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with long, thin stems and small, green leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Drymosiphon betulifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drymosiphon betulifolius has large, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drymosiphon betulifolius can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn, and division should be done in the spring. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Drymosiphon betulifolius

Drymosiphon betulifolius can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe, primarily in Russia and Georgia.

Drymosiphon betulifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drymosiphon betulifolius?

Drymosiphon betulifolius

What is the common name of Drymosiphon betulifolius?

Birch-leaved Drymosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Drymosiphon betulifolius?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
Denis G. Melnikov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melnikov' in the authors string.