Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
645438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Rourke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 42: 193 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644770



Common Names

  • Diastella divaricata
  • Divaricata Diastella
  • Divaricata


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Synonyms

  • Leucadendron divaricatum P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Mimetes divaricata (P.J.Bergius) R.Br. [unknown]
  • Mimetes vacciniifolia (Knight) Sweet [unknown]
  • Mimetes parviflorus Klotzsch ex Krauss [unknown]
  • Deastella vaccinifolia Loudon [unknown]
  • Diastella serpyllifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Diastella vacciniifolia Salisb. ex Knight [unknown]
  • Diastella divaricata divaricata [unknown]

Description

Diastella divaricata (also called 'Divaricate Diastella', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and pink flowers with a yellow center. It typically grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Diastella divaricata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diastella divaricata sub. montana Rourke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diastella divaricata is a bright 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

Diastella divaricata can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Diastella divaricata

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

Diastella divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastella divaricata?

Diastella divaricata

What are the common names of Diastella divaricata?

Divaricate Diastella

What is the natural habitat of Diastella divaricata?

Grassland

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765405: Based on the initial data import
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.
John Patrick Rourke (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rourke' in the authors string.