Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
petrophilum
ID:
138757

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19(7): 434 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138086



Common Names

  • Austroeupatorium petrophilum
  • Rock-Loving Eupatorium
  • Petrophilum Eupatorium


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium petrophilum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Austroeupatorium petrophilum (also called Rock-loving Austroeupatorium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Austroeupatorium petrophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Austroeupatorium petrophilum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austroeupatorium petrophilum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Austroeupatorium petrophilum

Austroeupatorium petrophilum is found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Austroeupatorium petrophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austroeupatorium petrophilum?

Austroeupatorium petrophilum

What is the common name of Austroeupatorium petrophilum?

Rock-loving Eupatorium

What is the habitat of Austroeupatorium petrophilum?

Rocky areas

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-98743: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.