Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
14658

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013987



Common Names

  • Peripleura bicolor
  • Two-Colored Peripleura
  • Two-Colored Ironweed


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Description

Peripleura bicolor (also called the Bicolor Peripleura, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes and steppes. It has a clump of narrow, grass-like leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Peripleura bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a natural source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peripleura bicolor is a bright pink, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripleura bicolor is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought, but will need supplemental water during dry periods. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Peripleura bicolor

Peripleura bicolor can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in parts of Canada.

Peripleura bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripleura bicolor?

Peripleura bicolor

What is the common name of Peripleura bicolor?

Two-colored Clematis

Where is Peripleura bicolor found?

Peripleura bicolor is found in moist forests of the eastern United States.

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-113527: Based on the initial data import
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.