Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hispidula
ID:
26941

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026270



Common Names

  • Peripleura hispidula
  • Hairy-stemmed Peripleura
  • Hairy-stemmed Peripleura Plant


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Synonyms

  • Peripleura hispidula hispidula [unknown]

Description

Peripleura hispidula (also called Rough-fruited Wallflower, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and roadsides. It has hairy, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Peripleura hispidula, commonly known as hispid peripleura, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Peripleura hispidula var. setosa (N.T.Burb.) G.L.Nesom

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peripleura hispidula has small, yellow flowers with a single row of ray florets. Its seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripleura hispidula is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Peripleura hispidula

Peripleura hispidula is found in the western Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal at elevations of 3,000-4,000 m.

Peripleura hispidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripleura hispidula?

Peripleura hispidula

What is the common name of Peripleura hispidula?

Rough-fruited rock-thrift

Where is Peripleura hispidula native to?

South Africa

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-125383: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.