Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
weddellii
ID:
89074

Status:
valid

Authors:
Katinas & Stuessy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 206: 38, fig (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088403



Common Names

  • Doniophyton
  • Weddell's Doniophyton
  • Weddell's Daisy


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Description

Doniophyton weddellii (also called Weddell's Doniophyton, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Chile and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a light green color. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Doniophyton weddellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Doniophyton weddellii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are slightly hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doniophyton weddellii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Doniophyton weddellii

Doniophyton weddellii can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Doniophyton weddellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doniophyton weddellii?

Doniophyton weddellii

What is the common name of Doniophyton weddellii?

Weddell's Doniophyton

What is the habitat of Doniophyton weddellii?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44740: Based on the initial data import
Tod Falor Stuessy (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stuessy' in the authors string.
Liliana Katinas (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katinas' in the authors string.