Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
manambolensis
ID:
39587

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 99(3): 500 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038916

Common Names

  • Manambolensis Distephanus
  • Manambolensis Daisy
  • Manambolensis Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia manambolensis Humbert [unknown]
  • Vernonia manambolensis H.Humb. [unknown]

Description

Distephanus manambolensis (also called Manambol distephanus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in open grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus manambolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Distephanus manambolensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus manambolensis is a low-growing perennial plant, native to South Africa. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in early spring in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stems in late spring or early summer and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Distephanus manambolensis

Distephanus manambolensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the Manambolomaty region.

Distephanus manambolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus manambolensis?

Distephanus manambolensis

What is the common name of Distephanus manambolensis?

Manambolensis Daisy

Where is Distephanus manambolensis found?

Distephanus manambolensis is found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-137628: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Brian Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Kahn' in the authors string.