Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 260 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088530
Common Names
- Dryophila Steviopsis
- Steviopsis
- Dryophila
Synonyms
- Eupatorium dryophilum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
- Eupatorium pleianthum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
- Dyscritogyne dryophila (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Steviopsis dryophila (also called Woolly-leaved Steviopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has white flowers with five petals and grows in dry forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Steviopsis dryophila is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for bees and butterflies, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Steviopsis dryophila has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have short, thick stems and large, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Steviopsis dryophila is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Rooting hormones can be used to encourage root growth. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown until they are large enough to be planted in the garden.
Where to Find Steviopsis dryophila
Steviopsis dryophila is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, open woods and meadows.
Steviopsis dryophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Steviopsis dryophila?
Steviopsis dryophila
What is the common name of Steviopsis dryophila?
Dryophila shrub
What type of plant is Steviopsis dryophila?
Shrub
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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,