Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oxycarphum
ID:
18253

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 622 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017582



Common Names

  • Oxycarphum Perymenium
  • Perymenium
  • Oxycarphum


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Description

Perymenium oxycarphum (also called Perymenium, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to South America. It has a bushy, upright habit and grows to a height of 30–90 cm (12–36 in). The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Perymenium oxycarphum is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Perymenium oxycarphum has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perymenium oxycarphum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Divide the plant in early spring or collect the seeds in late summer and sow them in the fall.

Where to Find Perymenium oxycarphum

Perymenium oxycarphum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Perymenium oxycarphum FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Perymenium oxycarphum?

Perymenium oxycarphum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the ideal temperature for Perymenium oxycarphum?

Perymenium oxycarphum prefers temperatures between 50-75°F (10-24°C).

How much water does Perymenium oxycarphum need?

Perymenium oxycarphum requires moderate amounts of water. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

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-117013: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.