Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
molfinianum
ID:
130955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 91: 312 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130284



Common Names

  • Isostigma molfinianum
  • Molfinianum Isostigma
  • Molfinianum Daisy


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Description

Isostigma molfinianum (also called Molfin's Isostigma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry meadows and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Isostigma molfinianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Isostigma molfinianum flower is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isostigma molfinianum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Isostigma molfinianum

Isostigma molfinianum is native to the highlands of Peru and Bolivia.

Isostigma molfinianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isostigma molfinianum?

Isostigma molfinianum

What is the family of Isostigma molfinianum?

Asteraceae

What is the type of Isostigma molfinianum?

Perennial

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,

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