Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
melissaefolia
ID:
51607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 183 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050936

Common Names

  • Melissaefolia Platypodanthera
  • Melissaefolia False Hawksbeard
  • Melissaefolia Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Platypodanthera melissaefolia melissaefolia [unknown]

Description

Platypodanthera melissaefolia (also called Melissaefolia False Dandelion, False Dandelion, and Melissaefolia False Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to South America. It has long, thin, grass-like leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Platypodanthera melissaefolia is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platypodanthera melissaefolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platypodanthera melissaefolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet, soggy soil. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring.

Where to Find Platypodanthera melissaefolia

Platypodanthera melissaefolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, sandy soils.

Platypodanthera melissaefolia FAQ

What are the common names of Platypodanthera melissaefolia?

Melissaefolia Platypodanthera

What is the natural habitat of Platypodanthera melissaefolia?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

What is the scientific classification of Platypodanthera melissaefolia?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Platypodanthera; Species: P. melissaefolia

What are the medicinal uses of Platypodanthera melissaefolia?

None known

What is the optimal soil type for Platypodanthera melissaefolia?

Well-drained, sandy soil

Species in the Platypodanthera genus

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-149479: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.