Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dewevrei
ID:
115890

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm. ex T.Durand & De Wild.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Soc. Bot. Belg. 39: 34.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115219



Common Names

  • Pleiotaxis dewevrei
  • Dewevre's Pleiotaxis
  • Dewevre Pleiotaxis


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Synonyms

  • Pleiotaxis sciaphila S.Moore [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis antunesii planifolia S.Moore [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis vernonioides S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Pleiotaxis dewevrei (also called Dewevre's Pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a single flower head. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis dewevrei is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a culinary herb. It is also used to make essential oils, perfumes, and dyes. The leaves and flowers are used to make tea and the plant is also used to make natural insect repellents.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiotaxis dewevrei is yellow with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis dewevrei is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis dewevrei

Pleiotaxis dewevrei is native to the tropical regions of Africa.

Pleiotaxis dewevrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis dewevrei?

Pleiotaxis dewevrei

What is the common name of Pleiotaxis dewevrei?

Dewevre's Pleiotaxis

What is the habitat of Pleiotaxis dewevrei?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas

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-76686: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.