Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolifera
ID:
60245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt. ex DC.) Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 337 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059574



Common Names

  • Prolifera Diaperia
  • Prolifera Fleabane
  • Prolifera Daisy


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Description

Diaperia prolifera (also called Proliferous Diaperia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, unbranched stem that can reach up to 20 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Diaperia prolifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diaperia prolifera var. barnebyi Morefield

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diaperia prolifera has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single basal leaf and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaperia prolifera is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Diaperia prolifera

Diaperia prolifera is native to Argentina and Uruguay and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Diaperia prolifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diaperia prolifera?

Diaperia prolifera

What is the common name of Diaperia prolifera?

Proliferous Diaperia

What type of plant is Diaperia prolifera?

Perennial Herb

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-16653: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.