Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 9 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018539
Common Names
- Panphalea Maxima
- Maxima Panphalea
- Large Panphalea
Description
Panphalea maxima (also called Maxima Panphalea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a thick stem and large, ovate leaves with serrated edges. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in moist meadows and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Panphalea maxima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create hedges and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Panphalea maxima has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Panphalea maxima is a perennial herb that is native to Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Panphalea maxima
Panphalea maxima can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Panphalea maxima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Panphalea maxima?
Panphalea maxima
What is the family of Panphalea maxima?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Panphalea maxima?
Maxima Daisy
Species in the Panphalea 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,