Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
curvidens
ID:
46205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Klatt) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 66 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045534

Common Names

  • Curved Dendrophorbium
  • Curved Daisy
  • Curved Daisy Bush

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Synonyms

  • Senecio curvidens Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Senecio curvidens Klatt [unknown]
  • Senecio liabifolius Rusby [unknown]

Description

Dendrophorbium curvidens (also called 'Curved Dendrophorbium' and 'Curved Ragwort', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a single stem that grows up to about 8 inches tall and is covered with small, yellow flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophorbium curvidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, respiratory ailments, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrophorbium curvidens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophorbium curvidens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps or by seeds. The seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Dendrophorbium curvidens

Dendrophorbium curvidens can be found in the highlands of Ethiopia.

Dendrophorbium curvidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophorbium curvidens?

Dendrophorbium curvidens

What is the family of Dendrophorbium curvidens?

Asteraceae

Where is Dendrophorbium curvidens found?

It is found in the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Dendrophorbium genus

Dendrophorbium pluricephalum, Dendrophorbium glaziovii, Dendrophorbium solisii, Dendrophorbium archeri, Dendrophorbium longilinguae, Dendrophorbium cabrerae, Dendrophorbium glaziovii, Dendrophorbium barkleyanum, Dendrophorbium biacuminatum, Dendrophorbium buchtienii, Dendrophorbium multinerve, Dendrophorbium scytophyllum, Dendrophorbium fruticosum, Dendrophorbium buchtienii, Dendrophorbium lucidum, Dendrophorbium favillosum, Dendrophorbium ingens, Dendrophorbium fruticosum, Dendrophorbium vanillodorum, Dendrophorbium arboluco, Dendrophorbium coroicense, Dendrophorbium peregrinum, Dendrophorbium dolichodoryium, Dendrophorbium balsapampae, Dendrophorbium brachycodon, Dendrophorbium restingae, Dendrophorbium gesnerifolium, Dendrophorbium tipocochense, Dendrophorbium curvidens, Dendrophorbium vargasii, Dendrophorbium bomanii, Dendrophorbium zongoense, Dendrophorbium paranense, Dendrophorbium subnemorale, Dendrophorbium biserrifolium, Dendrophorbium catharinense, Dendrophorbium ayopayense, Dendrophorbium acuminatissimum, Dendrophorbium trigynum, Dendrophorbium chingualense, Dendrophorbium lloense, Dendrophorbium pururu, Dendrophorbium storkii, Dendrophorbium moscopanum, Dendrophorbium argutidentatum, Dendrophorbium sotarense, Dendrophorbium chaenocephalum, Dendrophorbium toreadoris, Dendrophorbium amplexicaule, Dendrophorbium fastigiaticephalum,

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-144035: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.