Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurascens
ID:
65118

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 35: 316 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064447



Common Names

  • Purple Jaegeria
  • Purple-flowered Jaegeria
  • Purple-flowering Jaegeria


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Description

Jaegeria purpurascens (also called Purple Jaegeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, purple flowers and grows in moist, open habitats such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Jaegeria purpurascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to treat digestive problems, urinary tract infections, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jaegeria purpurascens is a yellow-green color with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jaegeria purpurascens is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Jaegeria purpurascens

Jaegeria purpurascens is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of Buenos Aires, La Pampa, and Rio Negro.

Jaegeria purpurascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jaegeria purpurascens?

Jaegeria purpurascens

What is the common name of Jaegeria purpurascens?

Purple Jaegeria

What type of plant is Jaegeria purpurascens?

Herbaceous perennial

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,

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