Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
eriophyllus
ID:
70012

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) H.Rob. & B.Kahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 499 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069341



Common Names

  • Eriophyllus Distephanus
  • Distephanus Eriophyllus
  • Woolly Distephanus


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Description

Distephanus eriophyllus (also called Distephanus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in high-altitude, wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus eriophyllus is a plant native to the Himalayas and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Distephanus eriophyllus has small yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are hairy, with opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus eriophyllus is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Distephanus eriophyllus

Distephanus eriophyllus is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Distephanus eriophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus eriophyllus?

Distephanus eriophyllus

What is the common name of Distephanus eriophyllus?

Woolly Distephanus

What is the natural habitat of Distephanus eriophyllus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Distephanus genus

Distephanus rochonioides, Distephanus angulifolius, Distephanus trinervis, Distephanus glutinosus, Distephanus ochroleucus, Distephanus polygalifolius, Distephanus manambolensis, Distephanus anisochaetoides, Distephanus garnieriana, Distephanus polygalaefolia, Distephanus gazmi, Distephanus biafrae, Distephanus nummulariifolius, Distephanus lastellei, Distephanus qazmi, Distephanus eriophyllus, Distephanus malacophytus, Distephanus capitatus, Distephanus antandroy, Distephanus subluteus, Distephanus angolensis, Distephanus streptocladus, Distephanus henryi, Distephanus mahafaly, Distephanus divaricatus, Distephanus garnierianus, Distephanus majungensis, Distephanus mangokensis, Distephanus glandulicinctus, Distephanus plumosus, Distephanus swinglei, Distephanus cloiselii, Distephanus forrestii, Distephanus populifolius, Distephanus bakeri, Distephanus ambongensis, Distephanus quartziticola, Distephanus madagascariensis, Distephanus inhacensis, Distephanus ibityensis, Distephanus bara, Distephanus capuronii, Distephanus grevei, Distephanus poissonii, Distephanus polytricholepis, Distephanus rhodopappus, Distephanus spiciformis,

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-26169: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.