Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
macrorrhabdos
ID:
647017

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Rech.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 108: 22 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646349

Common Names

  • Macrorrhabdos Dictyolimon
  • Dictyolimon Macrorrhabdos
  • Macrorrhabdos Dictyoloma

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Synonyms

  • Statice macrorrhabdos Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos (also called 'Macrorrhabdos Dictyolimon', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has thin, wiry stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in length and have small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is often found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and is suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos can be found in India, growing in rocky areas.

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos?

Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos

What is the common name of Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos?

Large-veined dictyolimon

Where is Dictyolimon macrorrhabdos native to?

India

Species in the Dictyolimon genus

Species in the Plumbaginaceae family

Acantholimon ekimii, Acantholimon mobayenii, Acantholimon multiflorum, Acantholimon acanthobryum, Acantholimon acerosum, Acantholimon acmostegium, Acantholimon afanassievii, Acantholimon agropyroideum, Acantholimon ahangarensis, Acantholimon alaicum, Acantholimon alatavicum, Acantholimon alavae, Acantholimon albertii, Acantholimon albocalycinum, Acantholimon alexandri, Acantholimon alexeenkoanum, Acantholimon amoenum, Acantholimon anisophyllum, Acantholimon annae, Acantholimon antilibanoticum, Acantholimon anzobicum, Acantholimon araxanum, Acantholimon argyrostachyum, Acantholimon aristulatum, Acantholimon armenum, Acantholimon artosense, Acantholimon arundoscapum, Acantholimon aspadanum, Acantholimon asphodelinum, Acantholimon astragalinum, Acantholimon atrofuscum, Acantholimon atropatanum, Acantholimon auganum, Acantholimon aulieatense, Acantholimon austroiranicum, Acantholimon avanosicum, Acantholimon avenaceum, Acantholimon azizae, Acantholimon bakhtiaricum, Acantholimon balchanicum, Acantholimon bashkaleicum, Acantholimon birandii, Acantholimon blakelockii, Acantholimon blandum, Acantholimon bodeanum, Acantholimon bonesseae, Acantholimon borodinii, Acantholimon brachyphyllum, Acantholimon brachystachyum, Acantholimon bracteatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2767025: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.