Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 587 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644764
Common Names
- Thread-leaved Diaspasis
- Thread-leaved False Heather
- Thread-leaved False Heather-bush
Synonyms
- Scaevola clandestina F.Muell. [unknown]
- Goodenia glandulifera de Vriese [unknown]
Description
Diaspasis filifolia (also called 'Needleleaf Diaspasis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and pink flowers with a yellow center. It typically grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Diaspasis filifolia is an attractive ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers. It is often used in flower beds and borders, and is also suitable for rock gardens and ground cover. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diaspasis filifolia is a deep pink with a yellow center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diaspasis filifolia can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Diaspasis filifolia
Diaspasis filifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Diaspasis filifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diastella parilis?
Diastella parilis
What type of plant is Diastella parilis?
It is an evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Diastella parilis?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Diaspasis genus
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,