Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chodat) M.D.Moraes
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(1): 118 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030896
Common Names
- Dimerostemma Indutum
- Indutum Dimerostemma
- Indutum
Synonyms
- Zexmenia induta Hassl. [unknown]
- Aspilia induta Chodat [unknown]
- Wedelia induta (Chodat) B.L.Turner [unknown]
Description
Dimerostemma indutum (also called White-top, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows to a height of up to 60 cm. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral. It has white, woolly flower heads and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Dimerostemma indutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimerostemma indutum is a white to pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimerostemma indutum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in spring or collect and sow the seeds in autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.
Where to Find Dimerostemma indutum
Dimerostemma indutum can be found in the western United States and western Canada.
Dimerostemma indutum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma indutum?
Dimerostemma indutum
What type of plant is Dimerostemma indutum?
It is an annual herb
What are the common names of Dimerostemma indutum?
It is commonly known as Indian Balsam or Indian Spurge
Species in the Dimerostemma genus
Dimerostemma goyazense,
Dimerostemma bahiense,
Dimerostemma matogrossense,
Dimerostemma episcopale,
Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides,
Dimerostemma bishopii,
Dimerostemma retifolium,
Dimerostemma apense,
Dimerostemma indutum,
Dimerostemma tenuifolium,
Dimerostemma grazielae,
Dimerostemma grisebachii,
Dimerostemma oblongum,
Dimerostemma brasilianum,
Dimerostemma virgosum,
Dimerostemma annuum,
Dimerostemma hatschbachii,
Dimerostemma arnottii,
Dimerostemma herzogii,
Dimerostemma aspilioides,
Dimerostemma hieronymi,
Dimerostemma humboldtianum,
Dimerostemma oppositifolium,
Dimerostemma vestitum,
Dimerostemma asperatum,
Dimerostemma myrtifolium,
Dimerostemma reitzii,
Dimerostemma paraguariense,
Dimerostemma lippioides,
Dimerostemma paneroi,
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,