Status:
valid
Authors:
Van den Borre & Henwood
Source:
ipni
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 11: 739 1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327496
Common Names
- Diplaspis nivis
- Snowy Diplaspis
- Snowy Mountain-heath
Description
Diplaspis nivis (also called snow diplaspis, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to North America. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has leathery, elliptic leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Diplaspis nivis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplaspis nivis has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplaspis nivis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.
Where to Find Diplaspis nivis
Diplaspis nivis can be found in the mountains of the western United States, including Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana.
Diplaspis nivis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplaspis nivis?
Diplaspis nivis
What type of plant is Diplaspis nivis?
It is a herbaceous perennial plant.
Where is Diplaspis nivis found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Diplaspis 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,
References
Murray J. Henwood: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henwood' in the authors string.
An Van den Borre: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Borre' in the authors string.