Dasysphaera alternifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
638959
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 287 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638291
Common Names
- Dasysphaera alternifolia
- Alternifolia Dasysphaera
- Dasysphaera Alternifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dasysphaera alternifolia (also called Alternifolia Conebush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Dasysphaera alternifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a source of food and forage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dasysphaera alternifolia is white or yellowish, with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dasysphaera alternifolia is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Dasysphaera alternifolia
Dasysphaera alternifolia is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Dasysphaera alternifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dasysphaera alternifolia?
Dasysphaera alternifolia
What is the common name of Dasysphaera alternifolia?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Dasysphaera alternifolia?
Dry deciduous forests
Species in the Dasysphaera genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2757667: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.