Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 395 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032908
Common Names
- Malvifolia Peteravenia
- Malvifolia Daisy
- Peteravenia Malvifolia
Synonyms
- Eupatorium rhodochlamydeum A.Gray [unknown]
- Peteravenia rhodochlamydea (A.Gray) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
- Eupatorium malvifolium DC. [unknown]
Description
Peteravenia malvifolia (also called Malva-leaved Peteravenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, as well as rocky and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Peteravenia malvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peteravenia malvifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peteravenia malvifolia can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring and the seedlings should be transplanted in the following spring.
Where to Find Peteravenia malvifolia
Peteravenia malvifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Peteravenia malvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peteravenia malvifolia?
Peteravenia malvifolia
What type of plant is Peteravenia malvifolia?
A perennial herb
Where is Peteravenia malvifolia found?
It is found in Europe and North Africa
Species in the Peteravenia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
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Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,