Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
74747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 1929, x. 135.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074076



Common Names

  • Pertya Discolor
  • Variegated Pertya
  • Variegated Privet


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Synonyms

  • Pertya discolor discolor [unknown]

Description

Pertya discolor (also called Variable Pertya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pertya discolor is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pertya discolor has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pertya discolor is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove any leaves from the lower half. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil and keep it in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pertya discolor

Pertya discolor is native to Europe and is found in dry, grassy habitats. It can be found in parts of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy.

Pertya discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pertya discolor?

Pertya discolor

What type of plant is Pertya discolor?

Pertya discolor is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Pertya discolor grow?

Pertya discolor 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-30810: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.