Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
35546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 1: 387 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034875



Common Names

  • Robust Pertya
  • Pertya robusta
  • Robust Pertya Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Pertya macroclinidium Makino [unknown]
  • Pertya robusta robusta [unknown]
  • Macroclinidium robustum Maxim. [unknown]

Description

Pertya robusta (also called Robust Pertya, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pertya robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pertya robusta is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pertya robusta is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Pertya robusta

Pertya robusta can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pertya robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pertya robusta?

Pertya robusta

What is the common name of Pertya robusta?

Robust Pertya

What is the natural habitat of Pertya robusta?

Pertya robusta is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Portugal to Italy and Greece.

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-13373: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.