Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
104248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steetz) H.Rob. & B.Kahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000103577

Common Names

  • Distephanus Divaricatus
  • Divaricate Distephanus
  • Toothed Distephanus

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia vitellina N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gongrothamnus corradianus Cufod. [unknown]
  • Gongrothamnus divaricatus Steetz [unknown]
  • Vernonia vitellina N.E.Brown [unknown]
  • Gongrothamnus aurantiacus O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Vernonia aurantiaca N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Distephanus divaricatus (also called Wild-lupin, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus divaricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distephanus divaricatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus divaricatus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Distephanus divaricatus

Distephanus divaricatus is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Distephanus divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus divaricatus?

Distephanus divaricatus

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What is the natural habitat of Distephanus divaricatus?

Distephanus divaricatus is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-6114: Based on the initial data import
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.
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.