Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
96351

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 122 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095680



Common Names

  • Axillaris Piptocarpha
  • Piptocarpha Daisy
  • Axillaris Daisy


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Description

Piptocarpha axillaris (also called axillary thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a thick, fleshy stem with large, spiny, gray-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Piptocarpha axillaris sub. graciellae (Cabrera) G.Lom.Sm.
Piptocarpha axillaris sub. axillaris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha axillaris has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha axillaris is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9.

Where to Find Piptocarpha axillaris

Piptocarpha axillaris is native to the southeastern United States and Mexico.

Piptocarpha axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha axillaris?

Piptocarpha axillaris

What is the common name of Piptocarpha axillaris?

Axillary Piptocarpha

What type of plant is Piptocarpha axillaris?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Piptocarpha genus

Piptocarpha canescens, Piptocarpha steyermarkii, Piptocarpha quadrangularis, Piptocarpha tomentosa, Piptocarpha ramiflora, Piptocarpha poeppigiana, Piptocarpha gutierrezii, Piptocarpha oblonga, Piptocarpha geraldsmithii, Piptocarpha lucida, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha opaca, Piptocarpha notata, Piptocarpha organensis, Piptocarpha jonesiana, Piptocarpha isotrichia, Piptocarpha vasquezii, Piptocarpha riedelii, Piptocarpha klugii, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha obovata, Piptocarpha subcorymbosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha stifftioides, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha gustavo-valerioana, Piptocarpha triflora, Piptocarpha auyantepuiensis, Piptocarpha ramboi, Piptocarpha rotundifolia, Piptocarpha macropoda, Piptocarpha sellovii, Piptocarpha opacs, Piptocarpha lechleri, Piptocarpha richteri, Piptocarpha axlllaris, Piptocarpha boyacensis, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha leprosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha megaphylla, Piptocarpha robusta, Piptocarpha matogrossensis, Piptocarpha atratoensis, Piptocarpha asterotricha, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha angustifolia, Piptocarpha brasiliana, Piptocarpha axillaris,

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-51859: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.