Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brasiliense
ID:
100318

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. ix. 72 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099647



Common Names

  • Brazilian Dasyphyllum
  • Brazilian Thistle
  • Brazilian Cottonthistle


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Description

Dasyphyllum brasiliense (also called Brazilian Dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1-3 meters. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white. It is found in dry areas, such as deserts, and is often used for erosion control.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum brasiliense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, digestive issues, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dasyphyllum brasiliense var. barnadesioides (Tovar) Cabrera
Dasyphyllum brasiliense var. divaricatum (Griseb.) Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dasyphyllum brasiliense has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum brasiliense is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum brasiliense

Dasyphyllum brasiliense can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Dasyphyllum brasiliense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum brasiliense?

Dasyphyllum brasiliense

What is the family of Dasyphyllum brasiliense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dasyphyllum brasiliense?

None

Species in the Dasyphyllum genus

Dasyphyllum floribundum, Dasyphyllum sprengelianum, Dasyphyllum flagellare, Dasyphyllum maria-lianae, Dasyphyllum armatum, Dasyphyllum cabrerae, Dasyphyllum popayanense, Dasyphyllum varians, Dasyphyllum fodinarum, Dasyphyllum weberbaueri, Dasyphyllum orthacanthum, Dasyphyllum lanceolatum, Dasyphyllum diacanthoides, Dasyphyllum horridum, Dasyphyllum chapadense, Dasyphyllum synacanthum, Dasyphyllum ferox, Dasyphyllum leiocephalum, Dasyphyllum candolleanum, Dasyphyllum latifolium, Dasyphyllum hystrix, Dasyphyllum cryptocephalum, Dasyphyllum inerme, Dasyphyllum velutinum, Dasyphyllum tomentosum, Dasyphyllum colombianum, Dasyphyllum cabrerae, Dasyphyllum brasiliense, Dasyphyllum brevispinum, Dasyphyllum spinescens, Dasyphyllum leptacanthum, Dasyphyllum argenteum, Dasyphyllum vagans, Dasyphyllum donianum, Dasyphyllum trichophyllum, Dasyphyllum reticulatum, Dasyphyllum lehmannii, Dasyphyllum vepreculatum, Dasyphyllum excelsum, Dasyphyllum diamantinense,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-5639: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.