Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
populifolius
ID:
137215

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 13: 361 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136544

Common Names

  • Distephanus populifolius
  • Poplar-leaved Distephanus
  • Poplar-leaved Distephanus

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Description

Distephanus populifolius (also called Poplar-leaved Distephanus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus populifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Distephanus populifolius are yellow and daisy-like with a single head. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus populifolius is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken from the side shoots in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Distephanus populifolius

Distephanus populifolius is native to South Africa and can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and pastures.

Distephanus populifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus populifolius?

Distephanus populifolius

What is the common name of Distephanus populifolius?

Poplar-leaved Distephanus

What type of plant is Distephanus populifolius?

Herbaceous perennial

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-97253: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.