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Description
Diclis is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is a native of South America, where it grows in the Andean mountains. The genus consists of only one species, Diclis reptans, which is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It has small, daisy-like flowers that bloom in summer and fall, and its leaves are green and lanceolate in shape.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Diclis |
Appearance
Diclis reptans is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom in summer and fall. The leaves are green and lanceolate in shape, and they grow in a rosette pattern at the base of the plant. The stem is thin and wiry, and it branches out into small, delicate stems that hold the flowers.
Care Guide
Diclis reptans is an easy plant to care for. It prefers well-draining soil and a sunny location. Water the plant regularly, but do not let it sit in standing water. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Diclis reptans is hardy to USDA zones 9 to 11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Diclis reptans is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if it is overwatered or planted in poorly draining soil. To prevent this, make sure the soil is well-draining and do not overwater the plant.
Habitat
Diclis reptans is native to South America, where it grows in the Andean mountains. It prefers well-draining soil and a sunny location.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Diclis reptans a low-maintenance plant?
A: Yes, Diclis reptans is an easy plant to care for and is relatively pest and disease-free.
Q: What type of soil does Diclis reptans prefer?
A: Diclis reptans prefers well-draining soil.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Diclis reptans?
A: Diclis reptans is hardy to USDA zones 9 to 11.
Q: Can Diclis reptans be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Diclis reptans can be grown indoors as long as it is placed in a sunny location.
Related Plants
- Ageratum conyzoides
- Chrysanthemum indicum
- Tagetes erecta
References
- Encyclopedia of Life. (n.d.). Diclis reptans. Retrieved from https://eol.org/pages/1131266
- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Diclis reptans. Retrieved from https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b488
- The Plant List. (2013). Diclis. Retrieved from http://www.theplantlist.org/1.1/browse/A/Compositae/Diclis/
