Pacourina edulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
30614
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 2: 800 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029943
Common Names
- Edible Pacourina
- Edible Pacourine
- Edible Pacourinae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Vernonia cirsiifolia Steud. [unknown]
- Pacourina edulis edulis [unknown]
- Pacourina cirsiifolia Kunth [unknown]
- Haynea edulis Willd. [unknown]
- Acilepis cirsiifolia Spreng. [unknown]
- Pacourina edulis spinosissima Britton [unknown]
- Vernonia edulis Steud. [unknown]
- Pacourinopsis integrifolia Cass. [unknown]
- Pacourinopsis dentata Cass. [unknown]
- Calea sessiliflora Stokes [unknown]
Description
Pacourina edulis (also called Edible Pacourina, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pacourina edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pacourina edulis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pacourina edulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, but prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.
Where to Find Pacourina edulis
Pacourina edulis can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.
Pacourina edulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pacourina edulis?
Pacourina edulis
What type of plant is Pacourina edulis?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Pacourina edulis grow?
It grows in dry meadows and pastures in Central and South America
Species in the Pacourina 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-128942: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.