Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
129246

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Seaton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 28: 107 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128575

Common Names

  • Piqueria laxiflora
  • Laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Piqueria

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Description

Piqueria laxiflora (also called Wild Petunia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers with white petals and yellow throats. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Piqueria laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piqueria laxiflora has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piqueria laxiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Piqueria laxiflora

Piqueria laxiflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Piqueria laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piqueria laxiflora?

Piqueria laxiflora

What is the family of Piqueria laxiflora?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Piqueria laxiflora?

Lax-flowered Piqueria

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-89550: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Eliason Seaton (1869-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seaton' in the authors string.