Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
1321475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Katinas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 47(1-2): 184 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333929

Common Names

  • Dentate Perezia
  • Perezia dentata
  • Dentate Perezia

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Description

Perezia dentata (also called Dented Perezia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and is characterized by its dentate leaves. It is found in open grasslands, dry scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Perezia dentata is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Perezia dentata has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perezia dentata can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Perezia dentata

Perezia dentata is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Perezia dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perezia dentata?

Perezia dentata

What is the common name of Perezia dentata?

Dentata

What is the natural habitat of Perezia dentata?

Tropical rainforests

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

Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Liliana Katinas (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katinas' in the authors string.