Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) H.Rob. & B.Kahn
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 500 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031225
Common Names
- Distephanus Ochroleucus
- Ochroleucus
- Ochroleucus Distephanus
Description
Distephanus ochroleucus (also called white-flowered distephanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a branching stem, lanceolate leaves, and white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Distephanus ochroleucus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Distephanus ochroleucus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Distephanus ochroleucus is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed in spring or early summer and from cuttings in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Distephanus ochroleucus
Distephanus ochroleucus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.
Distephanus ochroleucus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Distephanus ochroleucus?
Distephanus ochroleucus
What is the natural habitat of Distephanus ochroleucus?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
What are the uses of Distephanus ochroleucus?
It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.
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
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.