Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glaziouana
ID:
12217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , ser. 2, 5: 230 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011546



Common Names

  • Piptolepis glaziouana
  • Glaziou's Piptolepis
  • Glaziou's Aster


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Description

Piptolepis glaziouana (also called Glaziou's Piptolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has white flowers and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Piptolepis glaziouana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piptolepis glaziouana is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and brown, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptolepis glaziouana is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Piptolepis glaziouana

Piptolepis glaziouana is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Piptolepis glaziouana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptolepis glaziouana?

Piptolepis glaziouana

What is the common name of Piptolepis glaziouana?

Glaziou's sunflower

What is the family of Piptolepis glaziouana?

Asteraceae

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-111191: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.