Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifida
ID:
75692

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


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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-31726: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.