Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drake) H.Rob. & B.Kahn
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 499 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064664
Common Names
- Lastellei Distephanus
- Lastelle's Distephanus
- Distephanus
Synonyms
- Vernonia goudotii Drake [unknown]
- Vernonia lastellei Drake [unknown]
Description
Distephanus lastellei (also called Lastelle's Distephanus, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a tufted, erect stem with yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in meadows, pastures and dry places.
Uses & Benefits
Distephanus lastellei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Distephanus lastellei has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2mm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Distephanus lastellei is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and divisions can be taken in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Distephanus lastellei
Distephanus lastellei can be found in the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range in Baja California, Mexico.
Distephanus lastellei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Distephanus lastellei?
Distephanus lastellei
What is the common name of Distephanus lastellei?
Lastelle's Distephanus
What is the natural habitat of Distephanus lastellei?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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.