Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpum
ID:
115221

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 39 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114550



Common Names

  • Perdicium
  • Leiocarpum
  • Mountain Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Gerbera leiocarpa Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Perdicium leiocarpum (also called Smooth-fruited partridge-pea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flower heads. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Perdicium leiocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perdicium leiocarpum is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perdicium leiocarpum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and place them in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Perdicium leiocarpum

Perdicium leiocarpum can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Perdicium leiocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perdicium leiocarpum?

Perdicium leiocarpum

What is the common name of Perdicium leiocarpum?

Smooth-fruited perdicium

What is the natural habitat of Perdicium leiocarpum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Perdicium 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,

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