Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
herzogii
ID:
79135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassl.) M.D.Moraes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078464

Common Names

  • Herzog's Dimerostemma
  • Dimerostemma
  • Herzog's Star Grass

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Description

Dimerostemma herzogii (also called Herzog's Dimerostemma, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem with white flowers. It grows in open, disturbed sites, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerostemma herzogii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dimerostemma herzogii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerostemma herzogii is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in spring and the plants will flower in late summer. Propagation can also be done by division in spring.

Where to Find Dimerostemma herzogii

Dimerostemma herzogii can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Nevada.

Dimerostemma herzogii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma herzogii?

Dimerostemma herzogii

What type of plant is Dimerostemma herzogii?

Herb

What are the uses of Dimerostemma herzogii?

It is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, cough, and skin diseases

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-35063: Based on the initial data import
Marta Dias de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Moraes' in the authors string.
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.