Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.Don) Kurtz
Source:
gcc
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bol. Acad. Nac. Ci. 13: 187, 195. 1893
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088307
Common Names
- Doniophyton anomalum
- Doniophyton
- Anomalum
Synonyms
- Doniophyton andicola Wedd. [unknown]
- Chuquiraga anomala D.Don [unknown]
- Chuquiraga patagonica Phil. [unknown]
- Doniophyton patagonicum (Phil.) Hieron. [unknown]
- Doniophyton flavescens Suess. [unknown]
- Doniophyton patagonicum (Phil.) Cabrera [unknown]
Description
Doniophyton anomalum (also called False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. It is found in grassy meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Doniophyton anomalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Doniophyton anomalum is a yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Doniophyton anomalum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It can be propagated from seed, but the seedlings are slow-growing and take several years to reach maturity.
Where to Find Doniophyton anomalum
Doniophyton anomalum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Doniophyton anomalum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Doniophyton anomalum?
Doniophyton anomalum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
What is the best way to propagate Doniophyton anomalum?
Doniophyton anomalum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and divisions can be done in late spring or early summer.
What pests and diseases can affect Doniophyton anomalum?
Doniophyton anomalum is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and rust.
Species in the Doniophyton genus
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,