Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
comiferum
ID:
645455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Walp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 6: 403 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644787



Common Names

  • Diastema comiferum
  • Comiferum Diastema
  • Comiferum


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Synonyms

  • Trevirana discolor Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Achimenes comifera DC. [unknown]
  • Diastema discolor Benth. ex Müll.Berol. [unknown]
  • Trevirana comifera D.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Diastema comiferum (also called 'Dense Diastema', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diastema comiferum is an attractive ornamental plant with bright pink flowers. It is often used in flower beds and borders, and is also suitable for rock gardens and ground cover. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diastema comiferum is a light pink with a yellow center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diastema comiferum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Diastema comiferum

Diastema comiferum can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Diastema comiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastema comiferum?

Diastema comiferum

What type of plant is Diastema comiferum?

It is an evergreen perennial

What is the natural habitat of Diastema comiferum?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765423: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.