Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paranense
ID:
49567

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) Matzenb. & L.R.M.Baptista

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Bot. Munic. 65: 2, fig. 1 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048896

Common Names

  • Parana Dendrophorbium
  • Parana Woodland-aster
  • Parana Woodland-daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio paranensis Malme [unknown]

Description

Dendrophorbium paranense (also called Paraná Dendrophorbium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophorbium paranense is a shrub native to South America. It has been used for centuries as a medicinal plant, but it also has many non-medical uses. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have a pleasant flavor. It is also used in traditional South American cuisine, and its flowers can be used to make a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrophorbium paranense has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophorbium paranense can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Replant the divisions in the desired location.

Where to Find Dendrophorbium paranense

Dendrophorbium paranense is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Dendrophorbium paranense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophorbium paranense?

Dendrophorbium paranense

What is the common name of Dendrophorbium paranense?

Dendrophorbium

What is the natural habitat of Dendrophorbium paranense?

Dendrophorbium paranense is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

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-147404: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
Nélson Ivo Matzenbacher (d.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matzenb.' in the authors string.
Luis Rios de Moura Baptista: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.M.Baptista' in the authors string.