Status:
valid
Authors:
A.M.Torres
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 24(1): 90. 1972
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013220
Common Names
- Fayi
- Philactis fayi
- Fayi Philactis
Description
Philactis fayi (also called False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Philactis fayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Philactis fayi is white and star-shaped. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philactis fayi is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in the fall.
Where to Find Philactis fayi
Philactis fayi can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Mexico.
Philactis fayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Philactis fayi?
Philactis fayi
What is the family of Philactis fayi?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Philactis fayi?
Fay's Daisy
Species in the Philactis 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
Andrew M. Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Torres' in the authors string.