Wollastonia biflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biflora
ID:
48299
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 546 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047628
Common Names
- Wollastonia biflora
- Two-flowered Wollastonia
- Two-flowered Sea Lavender
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wollastonia biflora (also called Two-flowered Wollastonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Wollastonia biflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Wollastonia biflora var. ryukyuensis (H.Koyama) OrchardWollastonia biflora var. canescens (Gaudich.) Fosberg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Wollastonia biflora has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white woolly covering.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wollastonia biflora is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy to USDA Zones 8-11.
Where to Find Wollastonia biflora
Wollastonia biflora can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Wollastonia biflora FAQ
What type of plant is Wollastonia biflora?
Wollastonia biflora is a perennial herb
What is the scientific name of Wollastonia biflora?
The scientific name of Wollastonia biflora is Wollastonia biflora
What is the habitat of Wollastonia biflora?
Wollastonia biflora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas
Species in the Wollastonia genus
Wollastonia elongata, Wollastonia biflora, Wollastonia serrulata, Wollastonia scabriuscula, Wollastonia glabrata, Wollastonia bryanii, Wollastonia dentata, Wollastonia fauriei, Wollastonia integrifolia, Wollastonia kamolensis, Wollastonia micrantha, Wollastonia perdita, Wollastonia populifolia, Wollastonia remyi, Wollastonia subcordata, Wollastonia tenuifolia, Wollastonia tenuis, Wollastonia venosa, Wollastonia waimeaensis, Wollastonia lavarum, Wollastonia uniflora,
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-146100: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.