Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
fusca
ID:
637954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rajput & Carolin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Telopea 3: 205 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637286

Common Names

  • Brown Dampiera
  • Brown Daisy
  • Brown Ironweed

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Description

Dampiera fusca (also called Brown dampiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, bright blue flowers. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including heathland, woodland, and shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Dampiera fusca is a popular houseplant, often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in landscaping, as it is low maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of conditions. The plant is also known for its air-purifying qualities, as it is able to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dampiera fusca are star-shaped, white to pink in colour and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dampiera fusca is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dampiera fusca

Dampiera fusca is native to Western Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.

Dampiera fusca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dampiera fusca?

Dampiera fusca

What is the common name of Dampiera fusca?

Brown Dampiera

What is the natural habitat of Dampiera fusca?

It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathland.

Species in the Dampiera genus

Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi, Dampiera linearis, Dampiera loranthifolia, Dampiera luteifolia, Dampiera marifolia, Dampiera metallorum, Dampiera obliqua, Dampiera oligophylla, Dampiera orchardii, Dampiera parvifolia, Dampiera pedunculata, Dampiera plumosa, Dampiera purpurea, Dampiera ramosa,

Species in the Goodeniaceae family

Anthotium humile, Anthotium junciforme, Anthotium odontophyllum, Anthotium rubriflorum, Brunonia australis, Coopernookia barbata, Coopernookia chisholmii, Coopernookia georgei, Coopernookia polygalacea, Coopernookia scabridiuscula, Coopernookia strophiolata, Crossotoma spinescens, Crossotoma oleoides, Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2756637: Based on the initial data import
Muhammad Tahir M. Rajput: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rajput' in the authors string.
Roger Charles Carolin (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carolin' in the authors string.