Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 24: 55 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075021
Common Names
- Three-lobed Pelucha
- Three-lobed Daisy
- Three-lobed Daisy Bush
Description
Pelucha trifida (also called 'Three-lobed Pelucha', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 m tall, with a woody stem and yellow flowers. Its leaves are trifoliate and its fruits are small, globose capsules. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pelucha trifida is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements. The plant is drought tolerant and is a good choice for xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pelucha trifida has yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pelucha trifida can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Pelucha trifida
Pelucha trifida is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Pelucha trifida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pelucha trifida?
Pelucha trifida
What is the common name of Pelucha trifida?
Trifid Pelucha
What is the family of Pelucha trifida?
Asteraceae
Species in the Pelucha genus
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,