Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
huillensis
ID:
34205

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 32(1): 152 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033534



Common Names

  • Huillensis Pleiotaxis
  • Huillensis Daisybush
  • Huillensis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pleiotaxis huillensis huillensis [unknown]

Description

Pleiotaxis huillensis (also called 'Huillensis Pleiotaxis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10–30 cm. It is native to Chile and is found in rocky areas and grasslands. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis huillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pleiotaxis huillensis sub. huillensis
Pleiotaxis huillensis sub. argentea (M.Taylor) S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña
Pleiotaxis huillensis sub. axillaris S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña
Pleiotaxis huillensis var. macrocephala S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Pleiotaxis huillensis is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 5-6 mm. The seed is an achene, with a length of 1-2 mm, and a width of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis huillensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis huillensis

Pleiotaxis huillensis is native to Chile and can be found in the temperate, evergreen forests of the country.

Pleiotaxis huillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis huillensis?

Pleiotaxis huillensis

What is the common name of Pleiotaxis huillensis?

Huill's Pleiotaxis

What type of plant is Pleiotaxis huillensis?

Perennial herb

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