Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
isotrichia
ID:
46684

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Cabrera & Vittet

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Sellowia n.° 13: 148 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046013

Common Names

  • Piptocarpha isotrichia
  • Isotrichous Piptocarpha
  • Isotrichous-leaved Piptocarpha

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Description

Piptocarpha isotrichia (also called Isotrichia Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha isotrichia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha isotrichia has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha isotrichia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Piptocarpha isotrichia

Piptocarpha isotrichia is native to Central and South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests and disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Piptocarpha isotrichia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha isotrichia?

Piptocarpha isotrichia

What are the common names of Piptocarpha isotrichia?

Isotrichian Piptocarpha

What is the habitat of Piptocarpha isotrichia?

Piptocarpha isotrichia is found in the grasslands and savannas of South America.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Nelly Vittet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vittet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:199748-2: Based on the initial data import