Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cloiselii
ID:
132379

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) H.Rob. & B.Kahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 499 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131708

Common Names

  • Distephanus Cloiselii
  • Cloiselii Distephanus
  • Distephanus

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia cloiselii S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Distephanus cloiselii (also called Cloisel's Distephanus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and multiple stems. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus cloiselii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distephanus cloiselii is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus cloiselii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and should be grown in full sun to partial shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Distephanus cloiselii

Distephanus cloiselii is native to the dry forests of South America, particularly in Argentina and Uruguay. It can be found in areas with sandy soils and full sun.

Distephanus cloiselii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus cloiselii?

Distephanus cloiselii

What is the common name of Distephanus cloiselii?

Cloisel's Distephanus

What is the natural habitat of Distephanus cloiselii?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Distephanus genus

Distephanus rochonioides, Distephanus angulifolius, Distephanus trinervis, Distephanus glutinosus, Distephanus ochroleucus, Distephanus polygalifolius, Distephanus manambolensis, Distephanus anisochaetoides, Distephanus garnieriana, Distephanus polygalaefolia, Distephanus gazmi, Distephanus biafrae, Distephanus nummulariifolius, Distephanus lastellei, Distephanus qazmi, Distephanus eriophyllus, Distephanus malacophytus, Distephanus capitatus, Distephanus antandroy, Distephanus subluteus, Distephanus angolensis, Distephanus streptocladus, Distephanus henryi, Distephanus mahafaly, Distephanus divaricatus, Distephanus garnierianus, Distephanus majungensis, Distephanus mangokensis, Distephanus glandulicinctus, Distephanus plumosus, Distephanus swinglei, Distephanus cloiselii, Distephanus forrestii, Distephanus populifolius, Distephanus bakeri, Distephanus ambongensis, Distephanus quartziticola, Distephanus madagascariensis, Distephanus inhacensis, Distephanus ibityensis, Distephanus bara, Distephanus capuronii, Distephanus grevei, Distephanus poissonii, Distephanus polytricholepis, Distephanus rhodopappus, Distephanus spiciformis,

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-92574: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.