Status:
valid
Authors:
Floden
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 3: 494 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743757
Common Names
- Dirca
- Decipiens
- Decipiens Leatherwood
Description
Dirca decipiens (also called False Leatherwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a basal rosette of leaves and a stem that bears one or more flowers. It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dirca decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dirca decipiens are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dirca decipiens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy, moist soil.
Where to Find Dirca decipiens
Dirca decipiens can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.
Dirca decipiens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dirca decipiens?
Dirca decipiens
What is the common name of Dirca decipiens?
Deceptive Leatherwood
What is the natural habitat of Dirca decipiens?
Woodlands in North America
Species in the Dirca genus
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum,
Amyxa pluricornis,
Aquilaria apiculata,
Aquilaria baillonii,
Aquilaria banaense,
Aquilaria beccariana,
Aquilaria brachyantha,
Aquilaria citrinicarpa,
Aquilaria crassna,
Aquilaria cumingiana,
Aquilaria decemcostata,
Aquilaria filaria,
Aquilaria hirta,
Aquilaria khasiana,
Aquilaria microcarpa,
Aquilaria parvifolia,
Aquilaria rostrata,
Aquilaria rugosa,
Aquilaria sinensis,
Aquilaria subintegra,
Aquilaria urdanetensis,
Aquilaria yunnanensis,
Aquilaria malaccensis,
Aquilaria banaensis,
Arnhemia cryptantha,
Atemnosiphon coriaceus,
Craterosiphon beniensis,
Craterosiphon devredii,
Craterosiphon louisii,
Craterosiphon micranthum,
Craterosiphon montanus,
Craterosiphon pseudoscandens,
Craterosiphon quarrei,
Craterosiphon scandens,
Craterosiphon schmitzii,
Craterosiphon soyauxii,
Craterosiphon beniense,
Dais cotinifolia,
Dais glaucescens,
Daphne wolongensis,
Daphne hekouensis,
Daphne acutiloba,
Daphne alpina,
Daphne altaica,
Daphne arbuscula,
Daphne arisanensis,
Daphne aurantiaca,
Daphne axillaris,
Daphne bholua,
Daphne blagayana,
References
Aaron J. Floden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Floden' in the authors string.