Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dindondl
ID:
80716

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Royen) Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 171 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080045



Common Names

  • Papuacalia dindondl
  • Dindondl Papuacalia
  • Papuacalia Papuacalia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio dindondl P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Papuacalia dindondl (also called Dindondl Papuacalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Papua New Guinea. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces pink flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Papuacalia dindondl is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It also provides habitat for wildlife and can help with erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Papuacalia dindondl is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papuacalia dindondl is a perennial herb that is propagated from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by cuttings.

Where to Find Papuacalia dindondl

Papuacalia dindondl can be found in the Papuan region of New Guinea.

Papuacalia dindondl FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papuacalia dindondl?

Papuacalia dindondl

What is the natural habitat of Papuacalia dindondl?

Papuacalia dindondl is native to Papua New Guinea.

What is the average height of Papuacalia dindondl?

Papuacalia dindondl typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 meters.

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-36611: Based on the initial data import
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.