Dinteranthus puberulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
puberulus
ID:
648653
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 84: 472. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647985
Common Names
- Dinteranthus puberulus
- Puberulus Dinteranthus
- Dinteranthus
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- Dinteranthus microspermus puberulus (N.E.Br.) N.Sauer [unknown]
- Dinteranthus punctatus L.Bolus [unknown]
- Dinteranthus microspermus albiflorus B.Fearn [unknown]
Description
Dinteranthus puberulus (also called 'Downy Dinteranthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and pink flowers with a yellow center. It typically grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Dinteranthus puberulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dinteranthus puberulus is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dinteranthus puberulus is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Dinteranthus puberulus
Dinteranthus puberulus is native to the tropical regions of South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.
Dinteranthus puberulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dinteranthus puberulus?
Dinteranthus puberulus
What is the common name of Dinteranthus puberulus?
Woolly Dinteranthus
What is the natural habitat of Dinteranthus puberulus?
It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southern parts of Africa.
Species in the Dinteranthus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000647985: Based on the initial data import