Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schottii
ID:
44602

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound., Bot. [Emory] 74. 1859

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043931



Common Names

  • Peucephyllum schottii
  • Schott's Peucephyllum
  • Schott's Desert-thorn


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Synonyms

  • Psathyrotes schottii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Peucephyllum schottii schottii [unknown]

Description

Peucephyllum schottii (also called Schott's Peucephyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peucephyllum schottii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peucephyllum schottii is a yellow-green disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peucephyllum schottii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Peucephyllum schottii

Peucephyllum schottii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Peucephyllum schottii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peucephyllum schottii?

Peucephyllum schottii

What is the common name of Peucephyllum schottii?

Schott's Peucephyllum

What is the natural habitat of Peucephyllum schottii?

Peucephyllum schottii is native to North America

Species in the Peucephyllum genus

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-142499: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.