Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Fl. Prov. Jujuy 10: 660 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058750
Common Names
- Volcanic Perezia
- Perezia volcanensis
- Volcanic Daisy
Description
Perezia volcanensis (also called Volcano Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is usually found in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Perezia volcanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments. It is also used to make teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Perezia volcanensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Perezia volcanensis is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take cuttings from healthy plants in the spring or summer and plant in a well-drained soil in full sun. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Perezia volcanensis
Perezia volcanensis is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Perezia volcanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perezia volcanensis?
Perezia volcanensis
What are the characteristics of Perezia volcanensis?
It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and leathery leaves.
What is the habitat of Perezia volcanensis?
It grows in dry, rocky areas at high elevations.
Species in the Perezia genus
Perezia squarrosa,
Perezia pedicularidifolia,
Perezia lyrata,
Perezia catharinensis,
Perezia mandoni,
Perezia ciliaris,
Perezia pinnatifida,
Perezia ciliosa,
Perezia carduncelloides,
Perezia coerulescens,
Perezia scalpellifolia,
Perezia pygmea,
Perezia volcanensis,
Perezia bellidifolia,
Perezia megalantha,
Perezia lactucoides,
Perezia calophylla,
Perezia poeppigii,
Perezia eryngioides,
Perezia carthamoides,
Perezia sublyrata,
Perezia linearis,
Perezia fonckii,
Perezia spathulata,
Perezia pilifera,
Perezia multiflora,
Perezia kingii,
Perezia recurvata,
Perezia purpurata,
Perezia pungens,
Perezia fonkii,
Perezia delicata,
Perezia dentata,
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,