Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pimana
ID:
83983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Laferr. & D.J.Keil

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Madroño 38: 195, fig. 1 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083312



Common Names

  • Pimple Pectis
  • Chinchweed
  • Pimple Daisy


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Description

Pectis pimana (also called Pima chinchweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis pimana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin diseases, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pectis pimana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis pimana is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pectis pimana

Pectis pimana is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pectis pimana FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Pectis pimana?

Pectis pimana prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F).

How do you propagate Pectis pimana?

Pectis pimana can be propagated by seed or by division of established plants.

What pests and diseases affect Pectis pimana?

Pectis pimana is generally pest and disease free, but it can be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.

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-3980: Based on the initial data import
David John Keil (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Keil' in the authors string.
Joseph E. Laferrière (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laferr.' in the authors string.