Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudosilphioides
ID:
14374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassl.) M.D.Moraes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013703



Common Names

  • Pseudosilphioides Dimerostemma
  • Dimerostemma
  • False Silphium


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia pseudosilphioides Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides (also called False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads with white petals. It grows in dry, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides is a white, star-shaped flower with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides is an annual plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides can be found in the western United States.

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides?

Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides

What is the common name of Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides?

Pseudosilphioides dimerostemma

What type of plant is Dimerostemma pseudosilphioides?

Perennial herb

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-11325: 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.