Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phillipsiae
ID:
131824

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(2): 178 (1985): (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131153



Common Names

  • Iphiona Phillipsiae
  • Phillipsiae Iphiona
  • Phillipsiae's Iphiona


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Description

Iphiona phillipsiae (also called Phillips' Iphiona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean region. It is a small, bushy plant with white flower heads and dark green foliage. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers sunny climates.

Uses & Benefits

Iphiona phillipsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iphiona phillipsiae has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphiona phillipsiae is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Iphiona phillipsiae

Iphiona phillipsiae can be found in the high Andes of Peru.

Iphiona phillipsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphiona phillipsiae?

Iphiona phillipsiae

What type of plant is Iphiona phillipsiae?

A herb

Where is Iphiona phillipsiae found?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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-92028: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.