Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
28607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Reveal & R.M.King

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 231 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027936



Common Names

  • Broadleaf Acourtia
  • Broadleaf False Boneset
  • Broadleaf Thoroughwort


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Synonyms

  • Perezia platyphylla A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Acourtia platyphylla (also called Desert Peony, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the sunflower family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, open habitats such as desert scrub and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acourtia platyphylla has white flowers, with seeds that are small, black and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia platyphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location until germination occurs. The plants can also be divided in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until they take root. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Acourtia platyphylla

Acourtia platyphylla is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Acourtia platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia platyphylla?

Acourtia platyphylla

What is the common name of Acourtia platyphylla?

Broadleaf acourtia

What is the habitat of Acourtia platyphylla?

Acourtia platyphylla is found in dry, open woodlands, chaparral, and grasslands.

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-127001: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.