Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nitidum
ID:
12137

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.J.Forbes) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 85(4): 278 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011466



Common Names

  • Pappochroma Nitidum
  • Creamy Daisy
  • Creamy Pappochroma


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Description

Pappochroma nitidum (also called shining pappochroma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pappochroma nitidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pappochroma nitidum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappochroma nitidum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Pappochroma nitidum

Pappochroma nitidum is native to South America, primarily in Brazil and Argentina.

Pappochroma nitidum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pappochroma nitidum?

Pappochroma nitidum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

What kind of soil does Pappochroma nitidum prefer?

Pappochroma nitidum prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.

What is the best way to propagate Pappochroma nitidum?

Pappochroma nitidum can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps.

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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Stephen J. Forbes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Forbes' in the authors string.