Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
133867

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Wolff) Mathias & Constance

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 33: 175 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133196



Common Names

  • Amplexicaul Domeykoa
  • Domeykoa Amplexicaulis
  • Domeykoa


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Synonyms

  • Asteriscium amplexicaule H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Asteriscium amplexicaulis H.Wolff [unknown]

Description

Domeykoa amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Domeykoa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is a low-growing shrub with small, white flowers and a woody stem. It is found in dry, open areas, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Domeykoa amplexicaulis is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory and digestive problems, as well as skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Domeykoa amplexicaulis is yellow, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are hairy and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Domeykoa amplexicaulis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Domeykoa amplexicaulis

Domeykoa amplexicaulis is native to Chile.

Domeykoa amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Domeykoa amplexicaulis?

Domeykoa amplexicaulis

What is the natural habitat of Domeykoa amplexicaulis?

It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

What are the common uses of Domeykoa amplexicaulis?

It is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94010: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich August Hermann Wolff (1866-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wolff' in the authors string.