Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 41: 550 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636829
Common Names
- Dactyliophora verticillata
- Whorled Dactyliophora
- Whorled Fumitory
Description
Dactyliophora verticillata (also called Whorled Dactyliophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to New Guinea. It grows to a height of 10–20 cm and has a creeping rhizome. It is found in tropical forests at altitudes of 500–1,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Dactyliophora verticillata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dactyliophora verticillata is yellow with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dactyliophora verticillata is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The shrub can be grown from seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dactyliophora verticillata
Dactyliophora verticillata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Dactyliophora verticillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dactyliophora verticillata?
Dactyliophora verticillata
What is the natural habitat of Dactyliophora verticillata?
Tropical forests
What are the common names of Dactyliophora verticillata?
Whorled Dactyliophora
Species in the Dactyliophora genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
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Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
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Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
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Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,