Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.V.Pope) R.G.C.Boon & Glen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 43(1): 94 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336776
Common Names
- Distephanus inhacensis
- Inhacensis Distephanus
- Inhacensis Rein Orchid
Description
Distephanus inhacensis (also called Distephanus inhacensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with a single stem or several stems branching from the base. It is native to western Asia, from Turkey and Iran east to Afghanistan and Pakistan. It grows in dry bushland, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Distephanus inhacensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Distephanus inhacensis has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Distephanus inhacensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Distephanus inhacensis
Distephanus inhacensis is native to the Himalayas. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 3000-5000 meters.
Distephanus inhacensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Distephanus inhacensis?
Distephanus inhacensis
What is the common name of Distephanus inhacensis?
Inhaca Distephanus
What is the natural range of Distephanus inhacensis?
Eastern Africa
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
Richard G.C. Boon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.G.C.Boon' in the authors string.