Status:
valid
Authors:
Pimenov & Kljuykov
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 39: 197 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647931
Common Names
- Shen's Dimorphosciadium
- Shen's Dimorphosciadium
- Shen's Dimorphosciadium
Synonyms
- Chamaesciadium acaule simplex R.H.Shan & F.T.Pu [unknown]
Description
Dimorphosciadium shenii (also called 'Shen's Dimorphosciadium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to North America, where it is found in the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphosciadium shenii 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 Dimorphosciadium shenii is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dimorphosciadium shenii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 10 cm long. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.
Where to Find Dimorphosciadium shenii
Dimorphosciadium shenii is found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Dimorphosciadium shenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphosciadium shenii?
Dimorphosciadium shenii
What is the common name of Dimorphosciadium shenii?
Shenii
What is the natural habitat of Dimorphosciadium shenii?
Dry, rocky hillsides in Central Chile
Species in the Dimorphosciadium genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,