Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
violaceum
ID:
137926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 2: 232, fig. 4L (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137255



Common Names

  • Violet Diplostephium
  • Violet False-ragweed
  • Violet False Ragweed


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Synonyms

  • Diplostephium violaceum violaceum [unknown]

Description

Diplostephium violaceum (also called violet aster, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, linear leaves and violet flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium violaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. The leaves and flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium violaceum is purple and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium violaceum is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be sown directly in the garden. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can also be propagated by division.

Where to Find Diplostephium violaceum

Diplostephium violaceum can be found in South America, including parts of Brazil, Argentina, and Peru.

Diplostephium violaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium violaceum?

Diplostephium violaceum

What is the common name of Diplostephium violaceum?

Violet Diplostephium

What is the origin of Diplostephium violaceum?

South America

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-97943: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.