Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
floribundum
ID:
10860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 205 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010189



Common Names

  • Diplostephium floribundum
  • Floribund Diplostephium
  • Floribund Star-vine


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Synonyms

  • Diplostephium floribundum floribundum [unknown]

Description

Diplostephium floribundum (also called Many-flowered Diplostephium, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have a serrated margin. It is found in dry forests, scrub, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium floribundum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diplostephium floribundum sub. cundinamarcense Cuatrec.
Diplostephium floribundum sub. floribundum
Diplostephium floribundum sub. putumayense Cuatrec.
Diplostephium floribundum sub. aequatoriense Cuatrec.
Diplostephium floribundum sub. llanganatense Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplostephium floribundum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium floribundum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers slightly acidic soils. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Diplostephium floribundum

Diplostephium floribundum can be found in the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Diplostephium floribundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium floribundum?

Diplostephium floribundum

What is the common name of Diplostephium floribundum?

Many-flowered Aster

What is the natural habitat of Diplostephium floribundum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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