Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplifolia
ID:
26630

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Keil

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 346, fig. 1 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025959



Common Names

  • Broadleaf Pectis
  • Mexican Pectis
  • Pectis Amplifolia


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Description

Pectis amplifolia (also called Large-Leaved Pectis, among many other common names) is an annual or short-lived perennial plant that can grow up to 30cm tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis amplifolia is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a pleasant smell and can be used as a natural air freshener. It is also known to be a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pectis amplifolia is yellow and daisy-like, with a central yellow disc and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis amplifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Pectis amplifolia

Pectis amplifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Pectis amplifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pectis amplifolia?

Pectis amplifolia

What is the common name of Pectis amplifolia?

Large-leaf Pectis

What is the natural habitat of Pectis amplifolia?

Dry, open woods and prairies

Species in the Pectis genus

Pectis leonis, Pectis exilis, Pectis canescens, Pectis arida, Pectis juniperina, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis domingensis, Pectis burchellii, Pectis subsquarrosa, Pectis vandevenderi, Pectis ericifolia, Pectis coulteri, Pectis cubensis, Pectis liebmannii, Pectis bonplandiana, Pectis decemcarinata, Pectis angustifolia, Pectis humifusa, Pectis exserta, Pectis pinosia, Pectis stenophylla, Pectis substriata, Pectis decumbens, Pectis amplifolia, Pectis monocephala, Pectis fasciculiflora, Pectis caymanensis, Pectis christii, Pectis peruviana, Pectis luckoviae, Pectis havanensis, Pectis schaffneri, Pectis pringlei, Pectis tenuicaulis, Pectis pusilla, Pectis brevipedunculata, Pectis imberbis, Pectis hassleri, Pectis gardneri, Pectis congesta, Pectis oligocephala, Pectis congesta, Pectis sessiliflora, Pectis carthusianorum, Pectis pygmaea, Pectis mornicola, Pectis brevicaulis, Pectis cajamarcana, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis latisquama,

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-125077: Based on the initial data import
David John Keil (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Keil' in the authors string.