Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klatt) H.Rob. & B.Kahn
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 499 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116415
Common Names
- Garnier's Distephanus
- Garnier's Stephanomeria
- Garnier's Wirelettuce
Description
Distephanus garnierianus (also called Garnier's Distephanus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It typically grows in sandy soils and open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Distephanus garnierianus is an ornamental plant that can be used to add texture and color to gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Distephanus garnierianus has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Distephanus garnierianus is a perennial herb native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Distephanus garnierianus
Distephanus garnierianus can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Distephanus garnierianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Distephanus garnierianus?
Distephanus garnierianus
What are the common names of Distephanus garnierianus?
Garnier's Distephanus, Garnier's St. John's Wort
Where is Distephanus garnierianus native to?
Distephanus garnierianus is native to Madagascar.
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
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.