Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvifolium
ID:
67010

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 24: 74 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066339



Common Names

  • Smallleaf Diplostephium
  • Smallleaf Aster
  • Diplostephium parvifolium


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Synonyms

  • Diplostephium microphyllum Wedd. [unknown]
  • Linochilus microphyllus Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Diplostephium parvifolium (also called Small-leaved Diplostephium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flower heads. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium parvifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Diplostephium parvifolium flower is yellow and has a daisy-like form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium parvifolium is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and will germinate in two to three weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Diplostephium parvifolium

Diplostephium parvifolium is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and rocky areas.

Diplostephium parvifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Diplostephium parvifolium?

Diplostephium parvifolium is native to the Andes mountains of South America.

What are the main uses of Diplostephium parvifolium?

Diplostephium parvifolium is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens.

What are the growth requirements of Diplostephium parvifolium?

Diplostephium parvifolium prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

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-23226: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.