Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
95330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 1: 33 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094659

Common Names

  • Perezia
  • Spathulata Perezia
  • Spathulata Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Perdicium viscosum Poepp. ex Less. [unknown]
  • Homoianthus viscosus DC. [unknown]
  • Clarionea spathulata Lag. ex D.Don [unknown]
  • Perezia viscosa Less. [unknown]

Description

Perezia spathulata (also called Spathulate Perezia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It typically grows in moist, open meadows and along streams, and has a rosette of basal leaves with yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Perezia spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Perezia spathulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perezia spathulata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Perezia spathulata

Perezia spathulata is native to the dry regions of South America.

Perezia spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perezia spathulata?

Perezia spathulata

What type of plant is Perezia spathulata?

Herb

Where is Perezia spathulata found?

Chile

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-50856: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.