Dracoglossum plantagineum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plantagineum
ID:
1285230
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jacq.) Christenh.
Source:
tro
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Thaiszia 17(1-2): 7. 2007 [5 Dec 2007]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284568
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dracoglossum plantagineum (also called 'Plantain Dracoglossum', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Asia. It has a sprawling habit, with stems up to 40 cm long. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in moist forests, shrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dracoglossum plantagineum is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dracoglossum plantagineum is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Dracoglossum plantagineum is a hardy perennial that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in autumn and divisions can be taken in spring.
Where to Find Dracoglossum plantagineum
Dracoglossum plantagineum is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Dracoglossum plantagineum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracoglossum plantagineum?
Dracoglossum plantagineum
What type of plant is Dracoglossum plantagineum?
It is an evergreen perennial.
Where is Dracoglossum plantagineum native to?
Dracoglossum plantagineum is native to India.
Species in the Dracoglossum genus
Species in the Lomariopsidaceae family
Cyclopeltis kingii, Cyclopeltis semicordata, Cyclopeltis rigida, Cyclopeltis crenata, Cyclopeltis novoguineensis, Cyclopeltis presliana, Cyclopeltis mirabilis, Dracoglossum plantagineum, Dracoglossum sinuatum, Lomariopsis boninensis, Lomariopsis brackenridgei, Lomariopsis mannii, Lomariopsis muriculata, Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae, Lomariopsis oleandrifolia, Lomariopsis orbiculata, Lomariopsis setchellii, Lomariopsis longicaudata, Lomariopsis crassifolia, Lomariopsis cordata, Lomariopsis boivinii, Lomariopsis madagascarica, Lomariopsis pervillei, Lomariopsis pollicina, Lomariopsis amydrophlebia, Lomariopsis kunzeana, Lomariopsis sorbifolia, Lomariopsis tenuifolia, Lomariopsis guineensis, Lomariopsis hederacea, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis rossii, Lomariopsis nigropaleata, Lomariopsis fendleri, Lomariopsis mexicana, Lomariopsis recurvata, Lomariopsis vestita, Lomariopsis marginata, Lomariopsis latipinna, Lomariopsis spectabilis, Lomariopsis congoensis, Lomariopsis maxonii, Lomariopsis warneckei, Lomariopsis decrescens, Lomariopsis jamaicensis, Lomariopsis underwoodii, Lomariopsis chinensis, Lomariopsis prieuriana, Lomariopsis wrightii, Lomariopsis intermedia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50324334: Based on the initial data import
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.