Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
robynsiana
ID:
63380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57(1-2): 255 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062709



Common Names

  • Robynsiana Pleiotaxis
  • Robynsiana Pleiotaxis
  • Robynsiana Pleiotaxis


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Description

Pleiotaxis robynsiana (also called the Robyns' Pleiotaxis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small white flowers and grey-green leaves, and grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiotaxis robynsiana is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, as well as being used as a natural dye and for its fragrant aroma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleiotaxis robynsiana has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiotaxis robynsiana is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in a well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil and water regularly until established. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pleiotaxis robynsiana

Pleiotaxis robynsiana is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in moist, low-lying areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Pleiotaxis robynsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiotaxis robynsiana?

Pleiotaxis robynsiana

What is the family of Pleiotaxis robynsiana?

Asteraceae

Where is Pleiotaxis robynsiana found?

It is found in the mountains of the Iberian Peninsula

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-19705: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.