Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1325866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lander & P.J.H.Hurter

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 110 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338320



Common Names

  • Pleurocarpaea gracilis
  • Graceful Pleurocarpaea
  • Graceful Carpetweed


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Description

Pleurocarpaea gracilis (also called Slender Pleurocarpaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is commonly found in heathland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurocarpaea gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurocarpaea gracilis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurocarpaea gracilis can be propagated by division of clumps in early spring or by seed. Plant the divisions or seed in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Where to Find Pleurocarpaea gracilis

Pleurocarpaea gracilis is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Pleurocarpaea gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurocarpaea gracilis?

Pleurocarpaea gracilis

What is the common name of Pleurocarpaea gracilis?

Graceful Pleurocarpaea

What is the natural habitat of Pleurocarpaea gracilis?

Granite outcrops

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

Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.
P. Johan H. Hurter (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.H.Hurter' in the authors string.