Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 7: 88 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647910
Common Names
- Dimorphanthera vestita
- Vestita Dimorphanthera
- Vestita
Description
Dimorphanthera vestita (also called 'Vestite Dimorphanthera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphanthera vestita is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that can add color and texture to the landscape. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Dimorphanthera vestita has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds of Dimorphanthera vestita are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Dimorphanthera vestita are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimorphanthera vestita is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dimorphanthera vestita
Dimorphanthera vestita is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.
Dimorphanthera vestita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphanthera vestita?
Dimorphanthera vestita
What is the common name of Dimorphanthera vestita?
Vestita
What is the natural habitat of Dimorphanthera vestita?
Dry, rocky hillsides in Central Chile
Species in the Dimorphanthera genus
Dimorphanthera alba,
Dimorphanthera albida,
Dimorphanthera albiflora,
Dimorphanthera alpina,
Dimorphanthera alpivaga,
Dimorphanthera amblyornidis,
Dimorphanthera amoena,
Dimorphanthera amplifolia,
Dimorphanthera anchorifera,
Dimorphanthera angiliensis,
Dimorphanthera anomala,
Dimorphanthera antennifera,
Dimorphanthera apoana,
Dimorphanthera beccariana,
Dimorphanthera brachyantha,
Dimorphanthera bracteata,
Dimorphanthera breviflos,
Dimorphanthera brevipes,
Dimorphanthera calodon,
Dimorphanthera collinsii,
Dimorphanthera continua,
Dimorphanthera cornuta,
Dimorphanthera crassifolia,
Dimorphanthera cratericola,
Dimorphanthera darmandvillei,
Dimorphanthera dekockii,
Dimorphanthera denticulifera,
Dimorphanthera doctersii,
Dimorphanthera dryophila,
Dimorphanthera elegantissima,
Dimorphanthera eymae,
Dimorphanthera forbesii,
Dimorphanthera glauca,
Dimorphanthera gracilis,
Dimorphanthera hirsutiflora,
Dimorphanthera ingens,
Dimorphanthera inopinata,
Dimorphanthera intermedia,
Dimorphanthera kalkmanii,
Dimorphanthera kempteriana,
Dimorphanthera keysseri,
Dimorphanthera lancifolia,
Dimorphanthera latifolia,
Dimorphanthera leucostoma,
Dimorphanthera longifolia,
Dimorphanthera longistyla,
Dimorphanthera macbainii,
Dimorphanthera macleaniifolia,
Dimorphanthera magnifica,
Dimorphanthera megacalyx,
Species in the Ericaceae family