Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
affinis
ID:
75468

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15(5): 538 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074797



Common Names

  • Affinis Pleiotaxis
  • Pleiotaxis Affinis
  • Pleiotaxis


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Description

Pleiotaxis affinis (also called Affinis Pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry, rocky areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis affinis is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiotaxis affinis is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis affinis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is best to prune the plant in late summer to promote new growth.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis affinis

Pleiotaxis affinis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Pleiotaxis affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis affinis?

Pleiotaxis affinis

What is the common name of Pleiotaxis affinis?

Affinis Pleiotaxis

What are the uses of Pleiotaxis affinis?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

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,