Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
anactinotum
ID:
91569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 201 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090898

Common Names

  • Anactinotum Diplostephium
  • Diplostephium Anactinotum
  • Anactinotum Diplostepha

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Description

Diplostephium anactinotum (also called white-rayed aster, among many other common names) is an annual or short-lived perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and grows in dry, sandy, open areas, such as coastal dunes and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Diplostephium anactinotum is an edible plant that is used in cooking. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplostephium anactinotum is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplostephium anactinotum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Diplostephium anactinotum

Diplostephium anactinotum can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Diplostephium anactinotum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplostephium anactinotum?

Diplostephium anactinotum

What is the common name of Diplostephium anactinotum?

Anactinotum Diplostephium

What is the best soil type for Diplostephium anactinotum?

Diplostephium anactinotum prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

Species in the Diplostephium genus

Diplostephium tachirense, Diplostephium leiocladum, Diplostephium cajamarquillense, Diplostephium julianii, Diplostephium azureum, Diplostephium tergocanum, Diplostephium oblongifolium, Diplostephium foliosissimum, Diplostephium coriaceum, Diplostephium costaricense, Diplostephium cayambense, Diplostephium ritterbushii, Diplostephium yahuarcochense, Diplostephium floribundum, Diplostephium goodspeedii, Diplostephium crypteriophyllum, Diplostephium pachyphyllum, Diplostephium farallonense, Diplostephium oxapampanum, Diplostephium affine, Diplostephium rangelii, Diplostephium jaramilloi, Diplostephium santamartae, Diplostephium espinosae, Diplostephium alveolatum, Diplostephium chrysotrichum, Diplostephium eriophorum, Diplostephium barclayanum, Diplostephium jenesanum, Diplostephium callilepis, Diplostephium frontinense, Diplostephium rupestre, Diplostephium carabayense, Diplostephium glutinosum, Diplostephium juniperinum, Diplostephium pulchrum, Diplostephium peruvianum, Diplostephium jelskii, Diplostephium cyparissias, Diplostephium rhododendroides, Diplostephium stuebelii, Diplostephium hippophae, Diplostephium heterophyllum, Diplostephium cinerascens, Diplostephium pittieri, Diplostephium tacorense, Diplostephium perijaense, Diplostephium crassifolium, Diplostephium meyenii, Diplostephium spinulosum,

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