Status:
valid
Authors:
Strother
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 33: 35-36 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070576
Common Names
- Wamalchitamia dionysi
- Dionysi's Wamalchitamia
- Wamalchitamia
Description
Wamalchitamia dionysi (also called Dionysius Wamalchitamia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and produces yellow flowers. It typically grows in rocky, dry areas such as hillsides and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Wamalchitamia dionysi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wamalchitamia dionysi is yellow, the seed is small and black and the seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wamalchitamia dionysi is a perennial herb that is native to Asia. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Wamalchitamia dionysi
Wamalchitamia dionysi can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Wamalchitamia dionysi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wamalchitamia dionysi?
Wamalchitamia dionysi
What is the common name of Wamalchitamia dionysi?
Dionysus' Wamalchitamia
Where is Wamalchitamia dionysi native to?
Southwest Asia
Species in the Wamalchitamia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,