Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daphnoides
ID:
45654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 13, pl. 2B (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044983



Common Names

  • Daphne Plazia
  • Plazia Daphnoides
  • Daphne-Leaved Plazia


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Synonyms

  • Plazia daphnoides daphnoides [unknown]
  • Plazia daphnoides glabrescens Wedd. [unknown]
  • Harthamnus boliviensis H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Plazia daphnoides (also called Daphne-like Plazia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Peru and Bolivia, and grows in dry mountain forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Plazia daphnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plazia daphnoides is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plazia daphnoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Plazia daphnoides

Plazia daphnoides can be found in the Canary Islands.

Plazia daphnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plazia daphnoides?

Plazia daphnoides

What are the common names of Plazia daphnoides?

No common names are known for Plazia daphnoides

What is the natural habitat of Plazia daphnoides?

Plazia daphnoides is native to the Andes Mountains in South America

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