Status:
valid
Authors:
McVaugh
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 9: 373, fig. 4 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034539
Common Names
- Pinaropappus Diguetii
- Diguetii Diguet's Pinaropappus
- Diguetii Pinaropappus
Description
Pinaropappus diguetii (also called Diguet's Pinaropappus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height and has small, yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry, open fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pinaropappus diguetii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin ailments such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinaropappus diguetii is a yellow, daisy-like bloom. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pinaropappus diguetii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Pinaropappus diguetii
Pinaropappus diguetii is native to the Caribbean islands, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.
Pinaropappus diguetii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinaropappus diguetii?
Pinaropappus diguetii
What is the common name of Pinaropappus diguetii?
Diguet's Pinaropappus
What is the natural habitat of Pinaropappus diguetii?
Grassy slopes and meadows
Species in the Pinaropappus genus
Pinaropappus pooleanus,
Pinaropappus spathulatus,
Pinaropappus junceus,
Pinaropappus multicaulis,
Pinaropappus parvus,
Pinaropappus diguetii,
Pinaropappus powellii,
Pinaropappus mojadanus,
Pinaropappus pattersonii,
Pinaropappus roseus,
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,