Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plucheoides
ID:
64520

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


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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.

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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 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-20813: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' 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.