Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pulcherrima
ID:
92777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steetz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(Bot., 2): 499, 500 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092106



Common Names

  • Pleiotaxis pulcherrima
  • Beautiful Pleiotaxis
  • Pleiotaxis


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Synonyms

  • Pleiotaxis sapinii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis latisquamea S.Moore [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis pulcherrima pulcherrima [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis pulcherrima angustifolia O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis pulcherrima poggeana O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima (also called Beautiful Pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has a clumping habit and can reach up to 1 m in height. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiotaxis pulcherrima is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are green and have a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. Dig up the plant and carefully separate the clumps of roots and replant them in the desired location.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis pulcherrima

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis pulcherrima?

Pleiotaxis pulcherrima

What is the family of Pleiotaxis pulcherrima?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pleiotaxis pulcherrima?

Beautiful Pleiotaxis

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-48358: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.