Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catharinensis
ID:
21291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catarin. COMP: 117, f. 34 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020620

Common Names

  • Perezia
  • Catharinensis Perezia
  • Catharinensis

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Description

Perezia catharinensis (also called Santa Catarina daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It typically grows in moist, shaded areas, and can reach heights of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Perezia catharinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perezia catharinensis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perezia catharinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a moist, fertile soil and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Perezia catharinensis

Perezia catharinensis is found in South America.

Perezia catharinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perezia catharinensis?

Perezia catharinensis

What is the natural habitat of Perezia catharinensis?

Grassy meadows and pastures

What is the flowering season of Perezia catharinensis?

Summer

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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