Dimerostemma reitzii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reitzii
ID:
133452
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Rob.) M.D.Moraes
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(1): 119 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132781
Common Names
- Reitz's Dimerostemma
- Reitz's Starwort
- Reitz's Water Starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dimerostemma reitzii (also called Reitz's Dimerostemma, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dimerostemma reitzii is used in ornamental gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dimerostemma reitzii is yellow in color and has a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dimerostemma reitzii is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Dimerostemma reitzii
Dimerostemma reitzii is native to South Africa.
Dimerostemma reitzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimerostemma reitzii?
Dimerostemma reitzii
What is the family of Dimerostemma reitzii?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Dimerostemma reitzii?
Reitz's Dimerostemma
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93612: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Marta Dias de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Moraes' in the authors string.