Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oblanceolatum
ID:
92579

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 24: 76, pl. 24 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091908



Common Names

  • Diplostephium Daisy
  • Oblanceolatum Daisy
  • Ribbon Daisy


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Description

Diplostephium oblanceolatum (also called 'Oblanceolate Diplostephium', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with alternate, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium oblanceolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium oblanceolatum is a white to pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium oblanceolatum is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Diplostephium oblanceolatum

Diplostephium oblanceolatum is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Diplostephium oblanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium oblanceolatum?

Diplostephium oblanceolatum

What is the family of Diplostephium oblanceolatum?

Asteraceae

Where is Diplostephium oblanceolatum found?

Diplostephium oblanceolatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

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-48168: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.