Status:
valid
Authors:
Teles, J.N.Nakaj. & Stehmann
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Sida 22(1): 123 (-128; figs. 1-2) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043265
Common Names
- Restinga Dendrophorbium
- Restinga Dendrophorbia
- Restinga Dendrophorbe
Description
Dendrophorbium restingae (also called 'Restinga', 'Restinga-da-serra' and 'Restinga da Serra', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and small, ovate leaves. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and prefers humid, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrophorbium restingae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendrophorbium restingae is a yellow-white daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and have a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves that are hairy and spiny.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrophorbium restingae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Dendrophorbium restingae
Dendrophorbium restingae is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Dendrophorbium restingae FAQ
What type of plant is Dendrophorbium restingae?
Dendrophorbium restingae is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Dendrophorbium restingae native to?
Dendrophorbium restingae is native to the Caucasus region.
What is the growth habit of Dendrophorbium restingae?
Dendrophorbium restingae is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall.
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
Jimi Naoki Nakajima: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.N.Nakaj.' in the authors string.