Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crenata
ID:
136482

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 193 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135811

Common Names

  • Crenate Diacranthera
  • Crenate Daisybush
  • Crenate Aster

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium carnosifolium B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Conoclinium mikanioides Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium crenatum Schltdl. ex Mart. [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium crenatum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Diacranthera crenata (also called crenate diacranthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Diacranthera crenata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diacranthera crenata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diacranthera crenata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Diacranthera crenata

Diacranthera crenata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in open, dry areas, such as roadsides, disturbed areas, and disturbed forests.

Diacranthera crenata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diacranthera crenata?

Diacranthera crenata

What is the common name of Diacranthera crenata?

Crenate Diacranthera

What type of plant is Diacranthera crenata?

Perennial herb

Species in the Diacranthera genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-96544: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.