Status:
valid
Authors:
Asch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Kufra : 431 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094110
Common Names
- Garamantum Daisy
- Perralderia Daisy
- Garamantum Perralderia
Description
Perralderia garamantum (also called Garamantian perralderia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Perralderia garamantum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Perralderia garamantum is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Perralderia garamantum is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring.
Where to Find Perralderia garamantum
Perralderia garamantum is found in the Sahara desert of North Africa, including Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia.
Perralderia garamantum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perralderia garamantum?
Perralderia garamantum
What is the common name of Perralderia garamantum?
Garamantian Perralderia
What is the natural habitat of Perralderia garamantum?
Dry grassland and rocky slopes
Species in the Perralderia genus
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,