Status:
valid
Authors:
Gottlieb
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Madroño 21: 476 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072493
Common Names
- Diegensis Stephanomeria
- Stephanomeria
- Diegensis
Description
Stephanomeria diegensis (also called Diego's Stephanomeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Stephanomeria diegensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stephanomeria diegensis has small, white flower heads with white disc florets and white ray florets. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stephanomeria diegensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Stephanomeria diegensis
Stephanomeria diegensis is native to California, USA and can be found in the wild there.
Stephanomeria diegensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria diegensis?
Stephanomeria diegensis
What is the family of Stephanomeria diegensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Stephanomeria diegensis?
San Diego Wire-lettuce
Species in the Stephanomeria genus
Stephanomeria fluminea,
Stephanomeria runcinata,
Stephanomeria tenuifolia,
Stephanomeria malheurensis,
Stephanomeria guadalupensis,
Stephanomeria paniculata,
Stephanomeria diegensis,
Stephanomeria mexiae,
Stephanomeria monocephala,
Stephanomeria elata,
Stephanomeria exigua,
Stephanomeria lactucina,
Stephanomeria cichoriacea,
Stephanomeria virgata,
Stephanomeria pauciflora,
Stephanomeria thurberi,
Stephanomeria parryi,
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,