Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chodat) M.D.Moraes
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(1): 118 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133057
Common Names
- Dimerostemma paraguariense
- Paraguay Daisy
- Paraguay Fleabane
Synonyms
- Verbesina paraguariensis Chodat [unknown]
- Zexmenia paraguariensis S.F.Blake [unknown]
- Angelphytum paraguariense (Chodat) H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Dimerostemma paraguariense (also called Paraguayan Dimerostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dimerostemma paraguariense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimerostemma paraguariense is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimerostemma paraguariense is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Dimerostemma paraguariense
Dimerostemma paraguariense is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Dimerostemma paraguariense FAQ
What are the common names of Dimerostemma paraguariense?
Paraguayan Dimerostemma
What type of plant is Dimerostemma paraguariense?
Perennial herb
Where is Dimerostemma paraguariense native to?
Central and South America
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,