Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(17): 193 (ed. fol.) (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030529
Common Names
- Heterosperma diversifolium
- Diverse-leaved Heterosperma
- Diverse-leaved Daisy
Description
Heterosperma diversifolium (also called Variable-Leaved Heterosperma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils and prefers shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Heterosperma diversifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various health conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heterosperma diversifolium is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heterosperma diversifolium can be propagated by seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Heterosperma diversifolium
Heterosperma diversifolium is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Heterosperma diversifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterosperma diversifolium?
Heterosperma diversifolium
What is the common name of Heterosperma diversifolium?
Diverse-leaved aster
What is the habitat of Heterosperma diversifolium?
Open, dry areas, such as grasslands and chaparral
Species in the Heterosperma 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,