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
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.
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 Drymosiphon genus
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
Denis G. Melnikov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melnikov' in the authors string.