Pegolettia oxyodonta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyodonta
ID:
114490
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 481 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113819
Common Names
- Pegolettia Oxyodonta
- Pegolettia Plant
- Oxyodonta Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pegolettia oxyodonta (also called 'Oxyodon Pegolettia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a single flower head. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, and the flowers are yellow. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pegolettia oxyodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin irritations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pegolettia oxyodonta is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc with a small, white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pegolettia oxyodonta is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, sown in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Pegolettia oxyodonta
Pegolettia oxyodonta is native to Mexico and is found in dry, sandy areas.
Pegolettia oxyodonta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pegolettia oxyodonta?
Pegolettia oxyodonta
What type of plant is Pegolettia oxyodonta?
Pegolettia oxyodonta is a shrub.
Where is Pegolettia oxyodonta native to?
Pegolettia oxyodonta is native to South America.
Species in the Pegolettia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-75333: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.