Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32(3): 270 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063849
Common Names
- Grisebachianthus plucheoides
- Pluche's Grisebachianthus
- Pluche's Mountain Daisy
Synonyms
- Eupatorium plucheoides Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Grisebachianthus plucheoides (also called Pluchea-like Grisebachianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Grisebachianthus plucheoides is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, to attract pollinators, and as a medicinal herb for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Grisebachianthus plucheoides is a yellow-green, 5-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are short and erect.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grisebachianthus plucheoides is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and does best in moist, well-drained soil. It is not tolerant of drought and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it is difficult to get the seeds to germinate.
Where to Find Grisebachianthus plucheoides
Grisebachianthus plucheoides is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.
Grisebachianthus plucheoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grisebachianthus plucheoides?
Grisebachianthus plucheoides
What type of plant is Grisebachianthus plucheoides?
It is an annual herb
Where is Grisebachianthus plucheoides found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Grisebachianthus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,