Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
amplectens
ID:
648680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sleumer) Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 71: 396 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648012

Common Names

  • Diogenesia amplectens
  • Amplectens Diogenesia
  • Clasping Diogenesia

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Description

Diogenesia amplectens (also called 'Clasping Daisy', 'Clasping Daisy Bush', 'Clasping Daisy Tree', 'Clasping Diogenesia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is a shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diogenesia amplectens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diogenesia amplectens is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diogenesia amplectens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Diogenesia amplectens

Diogenesia amplectens can be found in the southern parts of South America.

Diogenesia amplectens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diogenesia amplectens?

Diogenesia amplectens

What is the common name of Diogenesia amplectens?

Amplectens

What is the family of Diogenesia amplectens?

Asteraceae

Species in the Ericaceae family