Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
12827

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012156



Common Names

  • Peripleura diffusa
  • Diffuse Peripleura
  • Diffuse Peripleura-flower


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Synonyms

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

Description

Peripleura diffusa (also called 'Diffuse Peripleura', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It grows up to 40 cm in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in moist, grassy habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Peripleura diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peripleura diffusa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripleura diffusa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Peripleura diffusa

Peripleura diffusa can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Peripleura diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripleura diffusa?

Peripleura diffusa

What is the common name of Peripleura diffusa?

Diffuse Cudweed

Where is Peripleura diffusa found?

It is found in the alpine regions of the Pyrenees, Alps, and Carpathians.

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-111775: 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.