Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lawalreana
ID:
74638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57(1-2): 251 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073967



Common Names

  • Lawalreana Pleiotaxis
  • Lawalreana Daisy
  • Lawalreana Sunray


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Description

Pleiotaxis lawalreana (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis lawalreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a source of food, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleiotaxis lawalreana has small, blue flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are thin and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis lawalreana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis lawalreana

Pleiotaxis lawalreana can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, mainly in the Iberian Peninsula.

Pleiotaxis lawalreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis lawalreana?

Pleiotaxis lawalreana

Where is Pleiotaxis lawalreana found?

Pleiotaxis lawalreana is found in Nigeria

What is the flowering period of Pleiotaxis lawalreana?

The flowering period of Pleiotaxis lawalreana is from June to August

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-30704: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.