Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chlorolepis
ID:
72501

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21(2): 184 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071830



Common Names

  • Chlorolepis Pleiotaxis
  • Pleiotaxis Chlorolepis
  • Chlorolepis Daisy Bush


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Description

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall and has white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and soil stabilization. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis chlorolepis

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis can be found in the southwestern United States, including Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis chlorolepis?

Pleiotaxis chlorolepis

What is the natural habitat of Pleiotaxis chlorolepis?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Pleiotaxis chlorolepis?

It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

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-28591: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.