Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunlop
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 2(3): 246 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072229
Common Names
- Ixiochlamys integerrima
- Giant Ixiochlamys
- Sharp-Leaved Ixiochlamys
Description
Ixiochlamys integerrima (also called Cutleaf Ixiochlamys, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has opposite, ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist soils in grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ixiochlamys integerrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ixiochlamys integerrima has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ixiochlamys integerrima is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Ixiochlamys integerrima
Ixiochlamys integerrima is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Ixiochlamys integerrima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixiochlamys integerrima?
Ixiochlamys integerrima
What is the common name of Ixiochlamys integerrima?
Sharp-leaved Ixiochlamys
What is the natural habitat of Ixiochlamys integerrima?
Grassy slopes, meadows, and disturbed sites
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Abrotanella pusilla,
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Abrotanella emarginata,
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Abrotanella purpurea,
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Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
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Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
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Acanthospermum humile,
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Acanthostyles buniifolius,
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Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
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Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,