Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heptantha
ID:
1546

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Shih & D.J.Liu

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26(6): 423 (1988) (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000875



Common Names

  • Paraprenanthes Heptantha
  • Heptantha Paraprenanthes
  • Paraprenanthes


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Description

Paraprenanthes heptantha (also called 'Seven-veined Daisy', 'Seven-veined Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paraprenanthes heptantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraprenanthes heptantha has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraprenanthes heptantha is a perennial plant that is native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Paraprenanthes heptantha

Paraprenanthes heptantha is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Paraprenanthes heptantha FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Paraprenanthes heptantha?

Paraprenanthes heptantha prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

What is the best way to propagate Paraprenanthes heptantha?

Paraprenanthes heptantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

How much sunlight does Paraprenanthes heptantha need?

Paraprenanthes heptantha prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-100834: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.
Da Ji Liu (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Liu' in the authors string.