Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
purpusii
ID:
41933

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 81, fig (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041262



Common Names

  • Purpusii Fleischmannia
  • Fleischmannia Purpusii
  • Fleischmannia


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium zacuapanum B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Fleischmannia purpusii (also called Fleischmannia mexicana, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It is found in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fleischmannia purpusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fleischmannia purpusii is small and yellow with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fleischmannia purpusii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Fleischmannia purpusii

Fleischmannia purpusii is found in the United States, primarily in the western states of California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.

Fleischmannia purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fleischmannia purpusii?

Fleischmannia purpusii

What is the natural habitat of Fleischmannia purpusii?

Dry grasslands and rocky hillsides

What is the optimal soil pH for Fleischmannia purpusii?

6.0 to 7.0

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-139904: 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.