Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
115496

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 7: 238. 1959

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114825



Common Names

  • Diplostephium
  • Ericoides
  • Diplostephium Ericoides


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Synonyms

  • Diplopappus lavandulifolius Cass. [unknown]
  • Diplostephium lavandulifolium Kunth [unknown]
  • Diplostephium antisanense antisanense [unknown]
  • Vernonia ericoides Less. [unknown]
  • Baccharis ericoides Pers. [unknown]
  • Conyza ericoides Lam. [unknown]

Description

Diplostephium ericoides (also called 'Heath Diplostephium', among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to South America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and white flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium ericoides is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium ericoides is white in color and has a bell-like shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium ericoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered sparingly. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Diplostephium ericoides

Diplostephium ericoides is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Diplostephium ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium ericoides?

Diplostephium ericoides

What is the family of Diplostephium ericoides?

Asteraceae

Where is Diplostephium ericoides found?

Mexico

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-76312: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.