Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nutt.) Raf.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
New Fl. 2: 67 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638200
Common Names
- Dasistoma macrophylla
- Macrophylla Dasistoma
- Dasistoma
Description
Dasistoma macrophylla (also called 'Largeleaf Milkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Dasistoma macrophylla is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It has large, showy flowers and attractive foliage. It can also be used as a ground cover or in a water garden. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White or pinkish-white, star-shaped with 5 petals and a yellow center. Seed: Small, black and round. Seedlings: Thin, long and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dasistoma macrophylla is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Dasistoma macrophylla
Dasistoma macrophylla is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Dasistoma macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dasistoma macrophylla?
Dasistoma macrophylla
What type of plant is Dasistoma macrophylla?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Dasistoma macrophylla native to?
Southeastern United States
Species in the Dasistoma genus
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801862-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].