Diastema gymnoleuca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gymnoleuca
ID:
645467
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilli
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 315 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644799
Common Names
- Diastema gymnoleuca
- Gymnoleuca Diastema
- Gymnoleuca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diastema gymnoleuca (also called 'Gymnoleuca 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 gymnoleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diastema gymnoleuca is a deep 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diastema gymnoleuca 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 gymnoleuca
Diastema gymnoleuca can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
Diastema gymnoleuca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diastema gymnoleuca?
Diastema gymnoleuca
What type of plant is Diastema gymnoleuca?
It is an evergreen perennial
What is the natural habitat of Diastema gymnoleuca?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Diastema genus
Diastema affine, Diastema comiferum, Diastema eggersianum, Diastema gymnoleuca, Diastema hispidum, Diastema incisum, Diastema kalbreyeri, Diastema latiflora, Diastema maculatum, Diastema purpurascens, Diastema racemiferum, Diastema rupestre, Diastema scabrum, Diastema sodiroanum, Diastema tenerrimum, Diastema urticifolium, Diastema vexans, Diastema weberbaueri, Diastema williamsii,
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-2765434: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.