Diogenesia floribunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
648684
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 36: 255 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648016
Common Names
- Diogenesia floribunda
- Floribunda Diogenesia
- Abundant-Flowered Diogenesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diogenesia floribunda (also called 'Showy Daisy', 'Showy Daisy Bush', 'Showy Daisy Tree', 'Showy Diogenesia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America. It is a shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diogenesia floribunda 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 floribunda 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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Diogenesia floribunda 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 floribunda
Diogenesia floribunda can be found in the southern parts of South America.
Diogenesia floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diogenesia floribunda?
Diogenesia floribunda
What is the common name of Diogenesia floribunda?
Showy Diogenesia
What is the natural habitat of Diogenesia floribunda?
It is found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and ponds.
Species in the Diogenesia genus
Diogenesia alstoniana, Diogenesia amplectens, Diogenesia andina, Diogenesia antioquiensis, Diogenesia boliviana, Diogenesia caudata, Diogenesia floribunda, Diogenesia gracilipes, Diogenesia laxa, Diogenesia octandra, Diogenesia oligantha, Diogenesia racemosa, Diogenesia tetrandra, Diogenesia vargasiana,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.