Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reverchonii
ID:
13750

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bush) Cory

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 48: 86 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013079



Common Names

  • Reverchon's Palafoxia
  • Reverchon's Palafox
  • Reverchon's Palafox


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Synonyms

  • Othake reverchonii Bush [unknown]

Description

Palafoxia reverchonii (also called Reverchon's Palafoxia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, hairy leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in association with oak and pine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Palafoxia reverchonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palafoxia reverchonii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palafoxia reverchonii is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Palafoxia reverchonii

Palafoxia reverchonii can be found in the southwestern United States, especially in Texas and New Mexico.

Palafoxia reverchonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palafoxia reverchonii?

Palafoxia reverchonii

What is the common name of Palafoxia reverchonii?

Reverchon's palafoxia

Where is Palafoxia reverchonii found?

Palafoxia reverchonii is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-112659: Based on the initial data import
Victor Louis Cory (1880-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cory' in the authors string.
Benjamin Franklin Bush (1858-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bush' in the authors string.