Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
porphyranthema
ID:
34307

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 205 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033636



Common Names

  • Fleischmannia
  • Porphyranthema
  • Fleischmannia Porphyranthema


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium porphyranthemum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Fleischmannia porphyranthema (also called Fleischmann's Aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Fleischmannia porphyranthema is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fleischmannia porphyranthema has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fleischmannia porphyranthema is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Fleischmannia porphyranthema

Fleischmannia porphyranthema can be found in South America.

Fleischmannia porphyranthema FAQ

What type of plant is Fleischmannia porphyranthema?

Fleischmannia porphyranthema is a species of shrub in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Fleischmannia porphyranthema native to?

Fleischmannia porphyranthema is native to South America.

What are the characteristics of Fleischmannia porphyranthema?

Fleischmannia porphyranthema is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has white flowers with yellow centers.

Species in the Fleischmannia genus

Fleischmannia soratae, Fleischmannia yungasensis, Fleischmannia laxicephala, Fleischmannia anisopoda, Fleischmannia narinoensis, Fleischmannia klattiana, Fleischmannia yucatanensis, Fleischmannia ejidensis, Fleischmannia microstemoides, Fleischmannia bohlmanniana, Fleischmannia matudae, Fleischmannia mayorii, Fleischmannia capillipes, Fleischmannia tamboensis, Fleischmannia bridgesii, Fleischmannia imitans, Fleischmannia crocodilia, Fleischmannia guatemalensis, Fleischmannia arguta, Fleischmannia obscurifolia, Fleischmannia hemonophylla, Fleischmannia sideritides, Fleischmannia antiquorum, Fleischmannia prasiifolia, Fleischmannia sinclairii, Fleischmannia quirozii, Fleischmannia altihuanucana, Fleischmannia coibensis, Fleischmannia porphyranthema, Fleischmannia monagasensis, Fleischmannia bergantinensis, Fleischmannia multinervis, Fleischmannia granatensis, Fleischmannia allenii, Fleischmannia ferreyrae, Fleischmannia laxa, Fleischmannia zakii, Fleischmannia fragilis, Fleischmannia purpusii, Fleischmannia viscidipes, Fleischmannia schickendantzii, Fleischmannia harlingii, Fleischmannia marginata, Fleischmannia lloensis, Fleischmannia davidsmithii, Fleischmannia sinaloensis, Fleischmannia dissolvens, Fleischmannia loxensis, Fleischmannia hammellii, Fleischmannia blakei,

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-132517: 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.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.