Elytropappus adpressus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adpressus
ID:
29428
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 274 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028757
Common Names
- Elytropappus adpressus
- Flat-top Sunray
- Flat-topped Sunray
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elytropappus adpressus (also called White-Tipped Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Elytropappus adpressus is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elytropappus adpressus has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elytropappus adpressus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained medium. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have established.
Where to Find Elytropappus adpressus
Elytropappus adpressus is native to South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Elytropappus adpressus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elytropappus adpressus?
Elytropappus adpressus
What is the common name of Elytropappus adpressus?
Low Elytropappus
What type of plant is Elytropappus adpressus?
Perennial herb
Species in the Elytropappus genus
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
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:203005-1: Based on the initial data import