Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subluteus
ID:
90314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scott Elliot) H.Rob. & B.Kahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 500 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089643



Common Names

  • Distephanus Subluteus
  • Subluteus Distephanus
  • Subluteus Daisy-bush


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia sublutea sublutea [unknown]
  • Vernonia sublutea Scott Elliot [deprecated]
  • Vernonia sublutea Scott Elliot [unknown]

Description

Distephanus subluteus (also called Yellow-flowered Distephanus, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Asteraceae family. It has an erect stem and grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus subluteus is an attractive ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distephanus subluteus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus subluteus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Distephanus subluteus

Distephanus subluteus is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky grasslands and shrublands.

Distephanus subluteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus subluteus?

Distephanus subluteus

What is the common name of Distephanus subluteus?

Yellow-flowering daisy

What is the habitat of Distephanus subluteus?

It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and pastures

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-45950: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.
George Francis Scott-Elliot (1862-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scott Elliot' in the authors string.