Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
varians
ID:
27318

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Candollea 52(1): 216 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026647



Common Names

  • Dasyphyllum varians
  • Varian's Dasyphyllum
  • Varian's Silverbush


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Description

Dasyphyllum varians (also called variable dasyphyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flower heads and leathery, evergreen leaves. It is found in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dasyphyllum varians is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dasyphyllum varians has small, yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dasyphyllum varians is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Dasyphyllum varians

Dasyphyllum varians is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Dasyphyllum varians FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum varians?

Dasyphyllum varians

What is the common name of Dasyphyllum varians?

Variable Dasyphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Dasyphyllum varians?

It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

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

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.