Dasyphyllum velutinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutinum
ID:
93551
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 9(38): 84 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092880
Common Names
- Velutinum Daisy
- Soft-Leaf Daisy
- Dasyphyllum Daisy
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- Chuquiraga velutina Baker [unknown]
Description
Dasyphyllum velutinum (also called Dasyphyllum velutinum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in open, dry areas such as grasslands and scrublands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Dasyphyllum velutinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dasyphyllum velutinum has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Dasyphyllum velutinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Dasyphyllum velutinum
Dasyphyllum velutinum is native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Dasyphyllum velutinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dasyphyllum velutinum?
Dasyphyllum velutinum
What type of plant is Dasyphyllum velutinum?
It is a shrub
Where is Dasyphyllum velutinum found?
It is found in 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-49122: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.