Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
coriaceum
ID:
7855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Webbia 24(1): 123 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007184



Common Names

  • Diplostephium Coriaceum
  • Leathery False Aster
  • Leathery Rayless Aster


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Description

Diplostephium coriaceum (also called 'Leatherleaf', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery foliage and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium coriaceum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium coriaceum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium coriaceum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Diplostephium coriaceum

Diplostephium coriaceum is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Diplostephium coriaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium coriaceum?

Diplostephium coriaceum

What is the common name of Diplostephium coriaceum?

Leathery Diplostephium

What type of plant is Diplostephium coriaceum?

Perennial

Species in the Diplostephium genus

Diplostephium tachirense, Diplostephium leiocladum, Diplostephium cajamarquillense, Diplostephium julianii, Diplostephium azureum, Diplostephium tergocanum, Diplostephium oblongifolium, Diplostephium foliosissimum, Diplostephium coriaceum, Diplostephium costaricense, Diplostephium cayambense, Diplostephium ritterbushii, Diplostephium yahuarcochense, Diplostephium floribundum, Diplostephium goodspeedii, Diplostephium crypteriophyllum, Diplostephium pachyphyllum, Diplostephium farallonense, Diplostephium oxapampanum, Diplostephium affine, Diplostephium rangelii, Diplostephium jaramilloi, Diplostephium santamartae, Diplostephium espinosae, Diplostephium alveolatum, Diplostephium chrysotrichum, Diplostephium eriophorum, Diplostephium barclayanum, Diplostephium jenesanum, Diplostephium callilepis, Diplostephium frontinense, Diplostephium rupestre, Diplostephium carabayense, Diplostephium glutinosum, Diplostephium juniperinum, Diplostephium pulchrum, Diplostephium peruvianum, Diplostephium jelskii, Diplostephium cyparissias, Diplostephium rhododendroides, Diplostephium stuebelii, Diplostephium hippophae, Diplostephium heterophyllum, Diplostephium cinerascens, Diplostephium pittieri, Diplostephium tacorense, Diplostephium perijaense, Diplostephium crassifolium, Diplostephium meyenii, Diplostephium spinulosum,

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-106941: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.