Status:
valid
Authors:
(Spreng.) Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 9(38): 69 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093588
Common Names
- Woolly Daisy Bush
- Woolly Leaf Daisy Bush
- Woolly Dasyphyllum
Synonyms
- Flotovia paniculata DC. [unknown]
- Chuquiraga tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]
- Chuquiraga tomentosa Baker [unknown]
- Chuquiraga paniculata D.Don [unknown]
- Dasyphyllum tomentosum tomentosum [unknown]
- Flotovia tomentosa Spreng. [unknown]
- Chuquiraga paniculata DC. [unknown]
Description
Dasyphyllum tomentosum (also called Woolly-leaved Dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with woolly stems and leaves, and white flower heads. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Dasyphyllum tomentosum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a fertilizer.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dasyphyllum tomentosum var. multiflorum (Baker) Cabrera
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dasyphyllum tomentosum is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small achene, with a yellowish-brown colour. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dasyphyllum tomentosum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright area. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in early spring. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, bright area.
Where to Find Dasyphyllum tomentosum
Dasyphyllum tomentosum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.
Dasyphyllum tomentosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum tomentosum?
Dasyphyllum tomentosum
What is the common name of Dasyphyllum tomentosum?
Tomentose Dasyphyllum
What is the habitat of Dasyphyllum tomentosum?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
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,