Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
129609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(1): 53 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128938



Common Names

  • Iphionopsis rotundifolia
  • Roundleaf Iphionopsis
  • Roundleaf Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Pluchea serra Franch. [unknown]
  • Iphiona rotundifolia Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Iphiona rotundifolia Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Iphionopsis rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Iphionopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, round, glossy green leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Iphionopsis rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iphionopsis rotundifolia has yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphionopsis rotundifolia is a small, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Iphionopsis rotundifolia

Iphionopsis rotundifolia is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. It grows in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Iphionopsis rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphionopsis rotundifolia?

Iphionopsis rotundifolia

Where is Iphionopsis rotundifolia found?

It is found in Mexico and Central America.

What is the growth habit of Iphionopsis rotundifolia?

It is an herbaceous perennial with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem.

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

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915094-1: Based on the initial data import