Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tomentosum
ID:
8809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 73 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008138



Common Names

  • Desmanthodium Tomentosum
  • Woolly Groundsel
  • Woolly Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Desmanthodium congestum Arriagada & Stuessy [unknown]

Description

Desmanthodium tomentosum (also called Woolly Desmanthodium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It has a short stem and small, hairy leaves. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Desmanthodium tomentosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmanthodium tomentosum has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black with a smooth texture. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are grey-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmanthodium tomentosum is a perennial herb that is native to Argentina. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Desmanthodium tomentosum

Desmanthodium tomentosum is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Desmanthodium tomentosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmanthodium tomentosum?

Desmanthodium tomentosum

What is the common name of Desmanthodium tomentosum?

Woolly Daisy

Where is Desmanthodium tomentosum found?

It is found in South America

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,

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