Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
colombianum
ID:
94410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 9(38): 67 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093739



Common Names

  • Dasyphyllum Colombianum
  • Colombian Dasyphyllum
  • Colombian Silverbush


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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga colombiana Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Dasyphyllum colombianum (also called Colombian dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum colombianum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dasyphyllum colombianum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum colombianum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum colombianum

Dasyphyllum colombianum is native to Colombia. It is found in wet forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Dasyphyllum colombianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum colombianum?

Dasyphyllum colombianum

Where does Dasyphyllum colombianum grow?

Dasyphyllum colombianum grows in the temperate regions of Asia.

What is the size of Dasyphyllum colombianum?

Dasyphyllum colombianum is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 meters.

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-49956: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.