Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Dunlop
Source:
ksu
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 28: 315 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466221
Common Names
- Phyllangium distylis
- Distylis Phyllangium
- Two-Style Phyllangium
Description
Phyllangium distylis (also called 'Two-lobed Phyllangium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an erect, annual herb with deeply divided leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllangium distylis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a potted plant indoors, and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllangium distylis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllangium distylis is a tropical plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen, perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 feet and is often found in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Phyllangium distylis
Phyllangium distylis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Phyllangium distylis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllangium distylis?
Phyllangium distylis
What is the common name of Phyllangium distylis?
Distylis Phyllangium
Where is Phyllangium distylis found?
Phyllangium distylis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Phyllangium genus
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata,
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Gardneria angustifolia,
Gardneria lanceolata,
Gardneria multiflora,
Gardneria nutans,
Gardneria ovata,
Geniostoma angustifolium,
Geniostoma antherotrichum,
Geniostoma balansanum,
Geniostoma biseriale,
Geniostoma borbonicum,
Geniostoma calcicola,
Geniostoma celastrineum,
Geniostoma clavatum,
Geniostoma cyrtandrae,
Geniostoma densiflora,
Geniostoma erythrosperma,
Geniostoma fagraeoides,
Geniostoma gagnae,
Geniostoma glaucescens,
Geniostoma grandifolium,
Geniostoma huttonii,
Geniostoma leenhoutsii,
Geniostoma macrophyllum,
Geniostoma mooreanum,
Geniostoma novae-caledoniae,
Geniostoma pedunculatum,
Geniostoma petiolosum,
Geniostoma randianum,
Geniostoma rapense,
Geniostoma rarotongensis,
Geniostoma remyana,
Geniostoma rupestre,
Geniostoma stipulare,
Geniostoma sykesii,
Geniostoma trichostylum,
Geniostoma umbellatum,
Geniostoma vestitum,
Geniostoma weinlandii,
Geniostoma imbricatum,