Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
papposa
ID:
86945

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Fay

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 25: 192, fig. 1 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086274



Common Names

  • Papposa Iostephane
  • Iostephane Daisy
  • Daisy Iostephane


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Description

Iostephane papposa (also called Pappus Stephan, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Iostephane papposa is used as a garden plant, as a ground cover, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iostephane papposa is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black nutlet with a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iostephane papposa is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Iostephane papposa

Iostephane papposa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Puebla.

Iostephane papposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iostephane papposa?

Iostephane papposa

What is the natural habitat of Iostephane papposa?

Iostephane papposa is native to the Mediterranean region.

How does Iostephane papposa reproduce?

Iostephane papposa reproduces by seed.

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-42652: Based on the initial data import
John J. Fay: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Fay' in the authors string.