Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 284 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090599
Common Names
- Disynaphia praeficta
- Praeficta Daisy
- Praeficta Daisy Bush
Synonyms
- Eupatorium praefictum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Disynaphia praeficta (also called Prefect's Disynaphia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Disynaphia praeficta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disynaphia praeficta has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disynaphia praeficta is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the mountains of eastern Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Disynaphia praeficta requires little water and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).
Where to Find Disynaphia praeficta
Disynaphia praeficta is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and coastal areas.
Disynaphia praeficta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disynaphia praeficta?
Disynaphia praeficta
What is the natural habitat of Disynaphia praeficta?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
What is the flower color of Disynaphia praeficta?
White and yellow
Species in the Disynaphia genus
Disynaphia spathulata,
Disynaphia senecionidea,
Disynaphia tacuarembensis,
Disynaphia variolata,
Disynaphia radula,
Disynaphia multicrenulata,
Disynaphia ligulifolia,
Disynaphia filifolia,
Disynaphia minutiflora,
Disynaphia calyculata,
Disynaphia praeficta,
Disynaphia halimifolia,
Disynaphia ericoides,
Disynaphia littoralis,
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,