Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pittieri
ID:
38344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 2: 221. 1943

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037673



Common Names

  • Diplostephium Pittieri
  • Pittieri Diplostephium
  • Diplostephium


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Description

Diplostephium pittieri (also called Pittier's Diplostephium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium pittieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and stomach disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium pittieri is yellow and daisy-like with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium pittieri is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Water the plant deeply and infrequently, and mulch around the plant to help retain moisture. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Diplostephium pittieri

Diplostephium pittieri can be found in the Andes mountain range of South America.

Diplostephium pittieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium pittieri?

Diplostephium pittieri

What is the common name of Diplostephium pittieri?

Pittier's Diplostephium

What is the habitat of Diplostephium pittieri?

It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, shrublands, and 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-136432: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.