Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arida
ID:
93604

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.T.Burb.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(2): 131 (1994): (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092933



Common Names

  • Peripleura arida
  • Arid Peripleura
  • Peripleura


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Synonyms

  • Vittadinia arida N.T.Burb. [unknown]

Description

Peripleura arida (also called 'Arid Peripleura', among many other common names) is an annual herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Peripleura arida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peripleura arida is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripleura arida is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. When planting, space plants 8-12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Peripleura arida

Peripleura arida is found in the dry forests of Mexico and Central America.

Peripleura arida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripleura arida?

Peripleura arida

What is the common name of Peripleura arida?

Arid Peripleura

What is the habitat of Peripleura arida?

Dry open areas and disturbed sites

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

Nancy Tyson Burbidge (1912-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.T.Burb.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:978386-1: Based on the initial data import