Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
papyracea
ID:
7612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 21 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006941



Common Names

  • Pericallis papyracea
  • Paper Daisy
  • Cineraria


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Synonyms

  • Cineraria cinia Webb [unknown]
  • Senecio hillebrandii Christ [unknown]
  • Senecio papyraceus DC. [unknown]
  • Doronicum papyraceum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Pericallis papyracea hillebrandii (Christ) Hohenest. & Welss [unknown]

Description

Pericallis papyracea (also called Paper Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has white daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pericallis papyracea is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pericallis papyracea has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericallis papyracea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new blooms.

Where to Find Pericallis papyracea

Pericallis papyracea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Pericallis papyracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericallis papyracea?

Pericallis papyracea

What is the common name of Pericallis papyracea?

Cineraria

What is the natural habitat of Pericallis papyracea?

It is native to the Canary Islands and Madeira.

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-106701: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.