Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaeum
ID:
81066

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilli) Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 145: 101 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080395



Common Names

  • Pygmaeum
  • Pentanema
  • Pentanema Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Inula pygmaea Gilli [unknown]

Description

Pentanema pygmaeum (also called Pygmaeum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows in dry, open woodlands and has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pentanema pygmaeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentanema pygmaeum is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentanema pygmaeum is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Pentanema pygmaeum

Pentanema pygmaeum can be found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Pentanema pygmaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentanema pygmaeum?

Pentanema pygmaeum

What are the common names of Pentanema pygmaeum?

Common names for Pentanema pygmaeum include Pentanema, Pygmaeum, and Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Pentanema pygmaeum?

Pentanema pygmaeum is native to South America and is commonly found in dry, rocky habitats.

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-36964: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.