Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissitifolium
ID:
69697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 239 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069026



Common Names

  • Isostigma Daisy
  • Dissitifolium Daisy
  • Two-Leaf Daisy


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Description

Isostigma dissitifolium (also called White-flowered Isostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. It has a deep taproot and grows up to 60 cm tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isostigma dissitifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isostigma dissitifolium has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isostigma dissitifolium is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate growth.

Where to Find Isostigma dissitifolium

Isostigma dissitifolium is native to South America and can be found in the wild in the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.

Isostigma dissitifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isostigma dissitifolium?

Isostigma dissitifolium

What is the common name of Isostigma dissitifolium?

Distant-leaved Isostigma

What is the family of Isostigma dissitifolium?

Asteraceae

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-2587: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.