Diplostephium ritterbushii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ritterbushii
ID:
9458
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 350 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008787
Common Names
- Diplostephium ritterbushii
- Ritterbush's Diplostephium
- Ritterbush's Goldenbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplostephium ritterbushii (also called Ritterbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to the western United States. It grows up to 0.5m in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils in the Great Basin and the Colorado Plateau.
Uses & Benefits
Diplostephium ritterbushii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplostephium ritterbushii is a yellow color and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diplostephium ritterbushii is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Diplostephium ritterbushii
Diplostephium ritterbushii can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
Diplostephium ritterbushii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplostephium ritterbushii?
Diplostephium ritterbushii
What type of plant is Diplostephium ritterbushii?
Diplostephium ritterbushii is a perennial herb.
Where does Diplostephium ritterbushii grow?
Diplostephium ritterbushii is native to Mexico.
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-108506: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.