Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
meyenii
ID:
39650

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip) Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 201 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038979



Common Names

  • Diplostephium meyenii
  • Puna Daisy
  • Andean Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster trachyticus Phil. [unknown]
  • Aster trachytectus Phil. [unknown]
  • Linochilus meyenii Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Linochilus meyenii Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Diplostephium meyenii (also called 'Meyen's Diplostephium', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short, erect stem and small, yellow flower heads. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium meyenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplostephium meyenii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium meyenii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be divided in the spring or fall for propagation.

Where to Find Diplostephium meyenii

Diplostephium meyenii is native to South America. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands.

Diplostephium meyenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium meyenii?

Diplostephium meyenii

What is the common name of Diplostephium meyenii?

Meyen's Diplostephium

What type of plant is Diplostephium meyenii?

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,