Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
6476

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aristeg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 3: 368 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005805



Common Names

  • Piptocarpha steyermarkii
  • Steyermark's Piptocarpha
  • Steyermark Piptocarpha


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Description

Piptocarpha steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of Central America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha steyermarkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha steyermarkii has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha steyermarkii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Piptocarpha steyermarkii

Piptocarpha steyermarkii is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Piptocarpha steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha steyermarkii?

Piptocarpha steyermarkii

What is the natural habitat of Piptocarpha steyermarkii?

Piptocarpha steyermarkii is found in dry and rocky soils in the Andean region.

What is the flowering period of Piptocarpha steyermarkii?

Piptocarpha steyermarkii flowers from June to October.

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