Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schaffneri
ID:
34638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 19: 45 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033967



Common Names

  • Schaffner's Pectis
  • Pectis
  • Pectis


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Description

Pectis schaffneri (also called 'Schaffner's pectis', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has deeply lobed leaves and produces yellow flowers. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis schaffneri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pectis schaffneri is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis schaffneri is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pectis schaffneri

Pectis schaffneri is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Pectis schaffneri FAQ

What type of plant is Pectis schaffneri?

Pectis schaffneri is an annual herb.

Where does Pectis schaffneri grow?

Pectis schaffneri grows in dry, sandy soils in the Mediterranean region.

What is the scientific name for Pectis schaffneri?

The scientific name for Pectis schaffneri is Pectis schaffneri.

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-132835: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.