Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nakai) Nakai
Source:
gcc
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Rigakkwai 26(5): 8. 1928 ; et in Bull. Biogeogr. Soc. Jap. i. 264 (1930); Tuyama in Bot. Mag., Tokyo, 1936, l. 129,
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061993
Common Names
- Crepidifolia Dendrocacalia
- Crepidifolia Dendrocacalia
- Crepidifolia Dendrocacalia
Description
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia (also called 'Crepidifolia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Dendrocacalia crepidifolia
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Peru.
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrocacalia crepidifolia?
Dendrocacalia crepidifolia
What type of plant is Dendrocacalia crepidifolia?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where is Dendrocacalia crepidifolia native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Dendrocacalia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,