Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gardneri
ID:
41675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 287 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041004



Common Names

  • Pectis gardneri
  • Gardner's Pectis
  • Gardner's Chaff Flower


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Description

Pectis gardneri (also called Chinchweed, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis gardneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pectis gardneri has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis gardneri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and avoid over-watering.

Where to Find Pectis gardneri

Pectis gardneri is native to India and can be found in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Pectis gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pectis gardneri?

Pectis gardneri

What is the common name of Pectis gardneri?

Gardner's Pectis

What is the natural habitat of Pectis gardneri?

Pectis gardneri is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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,

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