Species:
pseudosilphioides
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
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.
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 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,