Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
cotinifolia
ID:
637584

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 556 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636916

Common Names

  • Dais cotinifolia
  • Cotinus-leaved Dais
  • Cotinus-leaved Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Dais canescens Bartl. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais eriocephala Lichtenst. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais laurifolia Jacq. [unknown]
  • Dais passerina Wendl. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais cotinifolia laurifolia (Jacq.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais cotinifolia major Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais cotinifolia parvifolia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon grandifolius Gilli [unknown]

Description

Dais cotinifolia (also called Pampas Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 2 m in height and has long, feathery leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dais cotinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dais cotinifolia are small, white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dais cotinifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny or partially shaded location.

Where to Find Dais cotinifolia

Dais cotinifolia is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Dais cotinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dais cotinifolia?

Dais cotinifolia

What is the common name of Dais cotinifolia?

Cotinus Dais

What is the natural habitat of Dais cotinifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America.

Species in the Dais genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References