Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diamantinae
ID:
137998

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 19: 96, 99, fig (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137327



Common Names

  • Aspilia Diamantinae
  • African Daisy
  • Diamantinae Daisy


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Description

Aspilia diamantinae (also called Diamantine Aspilia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in sunny, dry areas and is often found in rocky outcrops and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia diamantinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia diamantinae is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia diamantinae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or by division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in dry, sandy soils.

Where to Find Aspilia diamantinae

Aspilia diamantinae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Aspilia diamantinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia diamantinae?

Aspilia diamantinae

What is the common name of Aspilia diamantinae?

Diamantine Aspilia

Where is Aspilia diamantinae found?

Aspilia diamantinae is found in South Africa

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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