Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
6351

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. ser. 2, 5(Pl. Nov. Thurb.): 322. 1855

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005680



Common Names

  • Dicranocarpus parviflorus
  • Small-Flowered Dicranocarpus
  • Small-Flowered Combretum


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Synonyms

  • Dicranocarpus dicranocarpus Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Heterosperma dicranocarpum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Dicranocarpus parviflorus (also called Small-flowered Dicranocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranocarpus parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicranocarpus parviflorus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranocarpus parviflorus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Dicranocarpus parviflorus

Dicranocarpus parviflorus can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Dicranocarpus parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranocarpus parviflorus?

Dicranocarpus parviflorus

What is the common name of Dicranocarpus parviflorus?

Small-flowered dicranocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Dicranocarpus parviflorus?

Dicranocarpus parviflorus is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, rocky soils.

Species in the Dicranocarpus 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-105467: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.