Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brevispinum
ID:
121648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sagást. & M.O.Dillon

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 37: 6, fig (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120977



Common Names

  • Short-spined Daisy
  • Short-spined Fleabane
  • Short-spined Dandelion


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Description

Dasyphyllum brevispinum (also called Short-spined Dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands, in areas with mild temperatures and low humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum brevispinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dasyphyllum brevispinum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum brevispinum is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum brevispinum

Dasyphyllum brevispinum is found in the Canary Islands.

Dasyphyllum brevispinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum brevispinum?

Dasyphyllum brevispinum

What are the common names of Dasyphyllum brevispinum?

Dasyphyllum and Dasyphyllum Brevispinum

What is the habitat of Dasyphyllum brevispinum?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-82211: Based on the initial data import
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.