Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
digitatum
ID:
26909

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026238



Common Names

  • Digitatum Xenophyllum
  • Xenophyllum Digitatum
  • Digitatum Xenophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Werneria digitata Wedd. [unknown]
  • Werneria digitata digitata [unknown]

Description

Xenophyllum digitatum (also called the finger-leaved xenophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, finger-like leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Xenophyllum digitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xenophyllum digitatum is a white, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenophyllum digitatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -40°C (-40°F).

Where to Find Xenophyllum digitatum

Xenophyllum digitatum is native to South America and can be found in the wild in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It is also cultivated in gardens and nurseries.

Xenophyllum digitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum digitatum?

Xenophyllum digitatum

What type of plant is Xenophyllum digitatum?

Xenophyllum digitatum is a flowering plant.

Where is Xenophyllum digitatum found?

Xenophyllum digitatum is found in the mountains of western North America.

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-125352: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.