Status:
valid
Authors:
Lisowski
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57(1-2): 254 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086731
Common Names
- Petitiana Pleiotaxis
- Petitiana Daisy
- Petitiana Daisy Bush
Description
Pleiotaxis petitiana (also called Petit's Pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem. The leaves are lance-shaped and the flowers are yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Pleiotaxis petitiana is used as a medicinal plant in Japan and is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleiotaxis petitiana is yellow with a white center and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleiotaxis petitiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Pleiotaxis petitiana
Pleiotaxis petitiana is native to Colombia, and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Pleiotaxis petitiana FAQ
What type of plant is Pleiotaxis petitiana?
Pleiotaxis petitiana is a shrub.
Where is Pleiotaxis petitiana native to?
Pleiotaxis petitiana is native to South America.
What is the growth habit of Pleiotaxis petitiana?
Pleiotaxis petitiana has an upright growth habit.
Species in the Pleiotaxis genus
Pleiotaxis subpaniculata,
Pleiotaxis overlaetii,
Pleiotaxis angusterugosa,
Pleiotaxis selina,
Pleiotaxis ambigua,
Pleiotaxis perfoliata,
Pleiotaxis lejolyana,
Pleiotaxis decipiens,
Pleiotaxis rugosa,
Pleiotaxis upembensis,
Pleiotaxis racemosa,
Pleiotaxis rogersii,
Pleiotaxis huillensis,
Pleiotaxis antunesii,
Pleiotaxis robynsiana,
Pleiotaxis newtonii,
Pleiotaxis chlorolepis,
Pleiotaxis lawalreana,
Pleiotaxis linearifolia,
Pleiotaxis affinis,
Pleiotaxis gombensis,
Pleiotaxis petitiana,
Pleiotaxis pulcherrima,
Pleiotaxis angolensis,
Pleiotaxis dewevrei,
Pleiotaxis eximia,
Pleiotaxis welwitschii,
Pleiotaxis fulva,
Pleiotaxis bampsiana,
Pleiotaxis subscaposa,
Pleiotaxis macrophylla,
Pleiotaxis oxylepis,
Pleiotaxis duvigneaudii,
Pleiotaxis jeffreyana,
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,