Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
donianum
ID:
124503

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 9(38): 87 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123832



Common Names

  • Don's Dasyphyllum
  • Don's Silverbush
  • Don's Silverleaf


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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga infundibularis Baker [unknown]
  • Dasyphyllum infundibulare (Baker) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Flotovia doniana Gardner [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga doniana doniana [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga doniana Baker [unknown]

Description

Dasyphyllum donianum (also called Don's Dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and rocky cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum donianum is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging, and as a windbreak. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dasyphyllum donianum are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the end. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum donianum is a perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in the spring or fall. It can also be divided in the spring or fall. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum donianum

Dasyphyllum donianum is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Dasyphyllum donianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum donianum?

Dasyphyllum donianum

What is the common name of Dasyphyllum donianum?

Don's Dasyphyllum

Where is Dasyphyllum donianum native to?

Chile

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-84961: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.