Status:
valid
Authors:
Endl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Dec. : 11 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000937942
Common Names
- Dasymalla axillaris
- Axillaris Dasymalla
- Axillaris Dasymalla-bush
Description
Dasymalla axillaris (also called Axillary Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in heathlands and woodlands. It has small white daisy-like flowers and linear leaves with axillary buds.
Uses & Benefits
Dasymalla axillaris is used as a ground cover in gardens and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dasymalla axillaris has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dasymalla axillaris is a tropical plant that is native to South and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in bright, indirect light. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Dasymalla axillaris
Dasymalla axillaris is native to Western Australia.
Species in the Dasymalla genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,