Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
klattianum
ID:
118938

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Fay

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 1: 260 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118267



Common Names

  • Klatt's Perymenium
  • Klatt's Hawkweed
  • Klatt's Mouse-ear


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Description

Perymenium klattianum (also called Klatt's Perymenium, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and finely divided leaves. It is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Perymenium klattianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perymenium klattianum is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perymenium klattianum is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Perymenium klattianum

Perymenium klattianum is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Perymenium klattianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perymenium klattianum?

Perymenium klattianum

What is the natural habitat of Perymenium klattianum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the flowering period of Perymenium klattianum?

April to October

Species in the Perymenium genus

Perymenium stenophyllum, Perymenium jalapanum, Perymenium gracile, Perymenium tamaulipense, Perymenium basaseachicanum, Perymenium paneroi, Perymenium alticola, Perymenium nicaraguense, Perymenium hintonii, Perymenium mendezii, Perymenium oxycarphum, Perymenium glandulosum, Perymenium asperifolium, Perymenium wilburorum, Perymenium huentitanum, Perymenium gymnolomoides, Perymenium uxoris, Perymenium oaxacanum, Perymenium sedasanum, Perymenium colombianum, Perymenium bishopii, Perymenium jelskii, Perymenium celendianum, Perymenium subsquarrosum, Perymenium chloroleucum, Perymenium rude, Perymenium fayi, Perymenium cualense, Perymenium jaliscense, Perymenium harlingii, Perymenium episcopale, Perymenium discolor, Perymenium featherstonei, Perymenium grande, Perymenium pinetorum, Perymenium gypsophilum, Perymenium buphthalmoides, Perymenium reticulatum, Perymenium huascaranum, Perymenium ghiesbreghtii, Perymenium beckeri, Perymenium pringlei, Perymenium berlandieri, Perymenium sonoranum, Perymenium tehuacanum, Perymenium klattianum, Perymenium ovatum, Perymenium globosum, Perymenium hintoniorum, Perymenium yanezii,

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-79601: Based on the initial data import
John J. Fay: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Fay' in the authors string.