Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ferox
ID:
45848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 9(38): 54 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045177



Common Names

  • Ferocious Dasyphyllum
  • Dasyphyllum Ferox
  • Ferocious Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga ferox Klatt [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga ferox Britton [unknown]
  • Barnadesia seleriana Muschl. [unknown]
  • Flotovia ferox Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Dasyphyllum ferox (also called Prickly Dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It is found in tropical dry forests, in areas with low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum ferox is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as a source of timber for furniture and construction, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dasyphyllum ferox has small, white flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum ferox is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum ferox

Dasyphyllum ferox is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Dasyphyllum ferox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum ferox?

Dasyphyllum ferox

What is the common name of Dasyphyllum ferox?

Ferocious Dasyphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Dasyphyllum ferox?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

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-143693: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.