Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atriplicifolia
ID:
84765

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don ex Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 1: 106 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084094



Common Names

  • Pachylaena atriplicifolia
  • Atriplicifolia
  • Pachylaena


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Synonyms

  • Chionoptera gayophyta DC. [unknown]
  • Pachylaena gayophyta (DC.) Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Pachylaena atriplicifolia (also called Three-Lobed Pachylaena, among many other common names) is an annual herb, native to Australia. It grows up to 40 cm tall and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Pachylaena atriplicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pachylaena atriplicifolia are small and yellow, with a single row of ray florets surrounding a yellow disc. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachylaena atriplicifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs to be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pachylaena atriplicifolia

Pachylaena atriplicifolia is native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Pachylaena atriplicifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Pachylaena atriplicifolia?

Atriplicifolia

What type of soil does Pachylaena atriplicifolia prefer?

Well-drained soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Pachylaena atriplicifolia?

60-80°F

Species in the Pachylaena genus

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-40550: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.