Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
myrtifolium
ID:
125060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) M.D.Moraes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124389



Common Names

  • Myrica-Leaf Dimerostemma
  • Myrtle-Leaf Dimerostemma
  • Dimerostemma Myrtifolium


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Description

Dimerostemma myrtifolium (also called Myrtle-leaved dimerostemma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils, and is often found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerostemma myrtifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dimerostemma myrtifolium has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerostemma myrtifolium is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. The plant can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate.

Where to Find Dimerostemma myrtifolium

Dimerostemma myrtifolium can be found in dry open woods and grasslands in the western United States.

Dimerostemma myrtifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma myrtifolium?

Dimerostemma myrtifolium

What is the common name of Dimerostemma myrtifolium?

Myrtle-leaved Dimerostemma

What is the natural habitat of Dimerostemma myrtifolium?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-85489: Based on the initial data import
Marta Dias de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Moraes' in the authors string.
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.