Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
77303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 298 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076632



Common Names

  • White-woolly Daisy
  • White-woolly Daisybush
  • White-woolly Daisy-bush


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Description

Diaperia candida (also called White-flowered Diaperia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers and is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in open, dry areas such as deserts, grasslands, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Diaperia candida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers can be used to make herbal teas. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diaperia candida is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaperia candida is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a shallow tray and covered with a thin layer of soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Once established, the plants can be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Diaperia candida

Diaperia candida is found in the Mediterranean region.

Diaperia candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diaperia candida?

Diaperia candida

What is the common name of Diaperia candida?

White-flowered Diaperia

What is the natural habitat of Diaperia candida?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Diaperia genus

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-33284: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.