Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crypteriophyllum
ID:
13428

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 47 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012757



Common Names

  • Diplostephium Crypteriophyllum
  • Candelilla
  • Candelilla de Sierra


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Description

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum (also called Cryptic-Leaved Diplostephium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a branching stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry, open areas and in disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium crypteriophyllum is small, yellow-white in color, and grows in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Pruning is not necessary, but deadheading the flowers will encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Diplostephium crypteriophyllum

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas.

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium crypteriophyllum?

Diplostephium crypteriophyllum

What is the family of Diplostephium crypteriophyllum?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Diplostephium crypteriophyllum?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-112341: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.