Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dactylophyllum
ID:
69406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7(3): 239 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068735



Common Names

  • Xenophyllum Dactylophyllum
  • Dactylophyllum Xenophyllum
  • Xenophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Werneria dactylophylla Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Werneria dactylophylla dactylophylla [unknown]
  • Werneria dactylophylla dactylophylla [unknown]
  • Werneria dactylophylla glabriuscula Rockh. [unknown]

Description

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum (also called Fingerleaf, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Europe. It has white flowers and grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum has small, yellow-white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black in colour. Its seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Xenophyllum dactylophyllum

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the region. It is also cultivated in gardens in North America.

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum dactylophyllum?

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum

What is the common name of Xenophyllum dactylophyllum?

Fingerleaf

What is the natural habitat of Xenophyllum dactylophyllum?

Xenophyllum dactylophyllum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

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-2558: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.