Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diniz-cruziana
ID:
122177

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 19(1): 102, fig (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121506

Common Names

  • Aspilia Cruziana
  • Diniz Cruziana
  • Cruziana Aspilia

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Description

Aspilia diniz-cruziana (also called Diniz-Cruz's Aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Brazilian Cerrado. It has a short stem and leaves are arranged in a basal rosette. It grows in open areas, in rocky soils and in secondary vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia diniz-cruziana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can be used in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia diniz-cruziana is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a rosette of lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia diniz-cruziana is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Aspilia diniz-cruziana

Aspilia diniz-cruziana is native to Brazil and can be found in wet, tropical areas such as rainforests and swamps.

Aspilia diniz-cruziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia diniz-cruziana?

Aspilia diniz-cruziana

What type of plant is Aspilia diniz-cruziana?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Aspilia diniz-cruziana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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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