Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sericea
ID:
134135

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(2): 132 (1994): (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133464



Common Names

  • Silky Peripleura
  • Silky-leaved Peripleura
  • Silky-leaved False Daisy


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Synonyms

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

Description

Peripleura sericea (also called Silky Peripleura, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers that is native to South America. It is found in disturbed sites, along roadsides, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Peripleura sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peripleura sericea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripleura sericea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and fertilize it once a month. The plant will bloom in late summer and early autumn.

Where to Find Peripleura sericea

Peripleura sericea can be found in South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

Peripleura sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripleura sericea?

Peripleura sericea

What type of plant is Peripleura sericea?

It is an herbaceous perennial.

Where is Peripleura sericea native to?

It is native to South America.

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-94267: 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.