Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hatschbachii
ID:
69344

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob.) M.D.Moraes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(1): 118 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068673

Common Names

  • Dimerostemma Hatschbachii
  • Hatschbachii Dimerostemma
  • Dimerostemma

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Synonyms

  • Angelphytum hatschbachii H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Dimerostemma hatschbachii (also called Hatschbach's Dimerostemma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerostemma hatschbachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimerostemma hatschbachii is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerostemma hatschbachii is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Dimerostemma hatschbachii

Dimerostemma hatschbachii is found in South America, particularly in Brazil.

Dimerostemma hatschbachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma hatschbachii?

Dimerostemma hatschbachii

What type of plant is Dimerostemma hatschbachii?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Dimerostemma hatschbachii found?

It is found in Brazil

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Marta Dias de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Moraes' in the authors string.