Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bomolepis
ID:
45256

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Normandie 25: 281 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044585



Common Names

  • Bomolepis Diaphractanthus
  • Bomolepis False Sunflower
  • Bomolepis Diaphractanthus


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Description

Diaphractanthus bomolepis (also called Bomolepis Diaphractanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Diaphractanthus bomolepis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock and is known to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diaphractanthus bomolepis is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, black and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaphractanthus bomolepis is a perennial herb with a woody base. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Diaphractanthus bomolepis

Diaphractanthus bomolepis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Diaphractanthus bomolepis FAQ

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Bomolepis

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Asteraceae

Species in the Diaphractanthus 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-14313: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.