Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
preecei
ID:
122780

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 375, fig (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122109



Common Names

  • Preecei Oxylobus
  • Preecei Oxylobus
  • Preecei Oxylobus


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Description

Oxylobus preecei (also called Preece's Oxylobus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing shrub with small, white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is found growing in rocky outcrops, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxylobus preecei is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxylobus preecei is yellow, with a small, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is small, dark brown, and round shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxylobus preecei is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Oxylobus preecei

Oxylobus preecei is native to the grasslands of South Africa.

Oxylobus preecei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxylobus preecei?

Oxylobus preecei

What is the common name of Oxylobus preecei?

Preece's Oxylobus

What is the family of Oxylobus preecei?

Asteraceae

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-83296: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.