Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hieronymi
ID:
82477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassl.) M.D.Moraes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081806



Common Names

  • Dimerostemma
  • Hieronymi
  • Violet Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia hieronymi Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Dimerostemma hieronymi (also called Hieronymus' Dimerostemma, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that is native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary flower heads with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It grows in grassland, scrub and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerostemma hieronymi is an evergreen shrub native to California. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade and shelter in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimerostemma hieronymi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerostemma hieronymi is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dimerostemma hieronymi

Dimerostemma hieronymi is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the island of La Palma.

Dimerostemma hieronymi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma hieronymi?

Dimerostemma hieronymi

What are the common names of Dimerostemma hieronymi?

Hieronymus' dimerostemma

Where is Dimerostemma hieronymi native to?

South Africa

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

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.