Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
blakei
ID:
42854

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 26: 383 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042183



Common Names

  • Philoglossa blakei
  • Blake's Philoglossa
  • Blakei's Philoglossa


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Description

Philoglossa blakei (also called Blake's Philoglossa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that typically grows to a height of 0.2 to 0.5 meters. It has a slender stem and small, white flowers. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Philoglossa blakei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philoglossa blakei has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philoglossa blakei is a perennial succulent that is best propagated through stem cuttings. It grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11.

Where to Find Philoglossa blakei

Philoglossa blakei is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Philoglossa blakei FAQ

What is Philoglossa blakei?

Philoglossa blakei is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Philoglossa blakei found?

Philoglossa blakei is found in Mexico and Central America.

What are the uses of Philoglossa blakei?

Philoglossa blakei is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193219-2: Based on the initial data import