Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphacelata
ID:
137996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt. ex Torr.) Cory

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 48: 86 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137325



Common Names

  • Sphacelata Daisy
  • Palafoxia Daisy
  • Fuzzy Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Othake sphacelatum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Stevia sphacelata Nutt. ex Torr. [unknown]
  • Polypteris sphacelata Trel. [unknown]

Description

Palafoxia sphacelata (also called White Palafoxia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a short stem and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Palafoxia sphacelata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palafoxia sphacelata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palafoxia sphacelata is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in dry, sandy soils.

Where to Find Palafoxia sphacelata

Palafoxia sphacelata can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in the deserts of Arizona and New Mexico.

Palafoxia sphacelata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palafoxia sphacelata?

Palafoxia sphacelata

What is the common name of Palafoxia sphacelata?

Sphacelate Palafoxia

Where is Palafoxia sphacelata found?

Palafoxia sphacelata is found in South Africa

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-98010: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Victor Louis Cory (1880-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cory' in the authors string.