Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
frontinense
ID:
28292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 18(69): 123. 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027621



Common Names

  • Diplostephium frontinense
  • Giant Goldenrod
  • Giant Rayless Goldenrod


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Description

Diplostephium frontinense (also called 'Frontinus' Diplostephium', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has small yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to South America and grows in mountain grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium frontinense is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant. It has small white flowers and is known for its ability to attract hummingbirds. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diplostephium frontinense are yellow and daisy-like, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium frontinense is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Diplostephium frontinense

Diplostephium frontinense is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Diplostephium frontinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium frontinense?

Diplostephium frontinense

What type of plant is Diplostephium frontinense?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Diplostephium frontinense?

Grasslands, meadows, and pastures

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-126698: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.