Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dispalata
ID:
45971

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 44 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045300



Common Names

  • Steyermarkina Dispalata
  • Cup Plant
  • Cupflower


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium dispalatum Gardner [unknown]

Description

Steyermarkina dispalata (also called Dissected-leaved Steyermarkina, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Caribbean. It has dissected leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Steyermarkina dispalata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steyermarkina dispalata is a small, yellow-green disk flower with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and upright, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steyermarkina dispalata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or from seed. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring and cover lightly with soil. The seeds should germinate in the summer. To divide the plant, dig up the clump in the spring or early summer and replant it in a new location.

Where to Find Steyermarkina dispalata

Steyermarkina dispalata is native to Colombia and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Steyermarkina dispalata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steyermarkina dispalata?

Steyermarkina dispalata

What type of plant is Steyermarkina dispalata?

Perennial herb

What is the common name of Steyermarkina dispalata?

Dissected-leaf Steyermarkina

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-143810: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.