Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
overlaetii
ID:
3270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Staner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Sci. Bruxelles, Ser. B 56: 432. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002599



Common Names

  • Pleiotaxis overlaetii
  • Overlaet's Pleiotaxis
  • Pleiotaxis


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Description

Pleiotaxis overlaetii (also called Overlaet's pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to western North America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in dry, rocky soils in the western United States and Canada, and in the Great Basin and Mojave Deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleiotaxis overlaetii are small, yellow-white in color, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a round shape. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis overlaetii

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Pleiotaxis overlaetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis overlaetii?

Pleiotaxis overlaetii

What is the common name of Pleiotaxis overlaetii?

Overlaet's Pleiotaxis

Where is Pleiotaxis overlaetii found?

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is found in the mountains of central and southern Mexico.

What type of plant is Pleiotaxis overlaetii?

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is a shrub.

What is the growth habit of Pleiotaxis overlaetii?

Pleiotaxis overlaetii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.

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-102500: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Staner (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staner' in the authors string.