Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thymelaeoides
ID:
645448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Rourke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 42: 199 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644780

Common Names

  • Diastella thymelaeoides
  • Thymelaeoides Diastella
  • Thymelaeoides

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Synonyms

  • Nivenia concava R.Br. [unknown]
  • Leucadendron thymelaeoides P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Leucadendron pubigerum L. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Mimetes thymelaeoides R.Br. [unknown]
  • Protea concava Lam. [unknown]
  • Protea thymelaeoides Poir. [unknown]
  • Diastella bryiflora Salisb. [unknown]
  • Diastella thymelaeoides thymelaeoides [unknown]
  • Paranomus concavus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Diastella thymelaeoides (also called 'Cape Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It is found in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diastella thymelaeoides is an attractive ornamental plant with bright pink 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diastella thymelaeoides sub. meridiana Rourke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diastella thymelaeoides 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diastella thymelaeoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Diastella thymelaeoides

Diastella thymelaeoides can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Diastella thymelaeoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastella thymelaeoides?

Diastella thymelaeoides

What are the common names of Diastella thymelaeoides?

Thymelaeoid Diastella

What is the natural habitat of Diastella thymelaeoides?

Grassland

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765414: Based on the initial data import
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.
John Patrick Rourke (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rourke' in the authors string.