Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pteropoda
ID:
123900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl. ex F.B.Forbes & Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 23: 422, t. 11 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123229



Common Names

  • Pluchea pteropoda
  • Pteropoda Pluchea
  • Pluchea Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pluchea leptophylla T.H.Hong & M.Y.Chen [unknown]

Description

Pluchea pteropoda (also called Winged Pluchea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in heathland, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea pteropoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pluchea pteropoda is a small, yellow-green daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea pteropoda is an evergreen shrub that grows best in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn. Layering should be done in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Pluchea pteropoda

Pluchea pteropoda is native to India and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Pluchea pteropoda FAQ

What are the common names of Pluchea pteropoda?

Common names of Pluchea pteropoda include Winged Pluchea and Winged Pluchea Daisy.

What is the native range of Pluchea pteropoda?

Pluchea pteropoda is native to South America.

What is the growth habit of Pluchea pteropoda?

Pluchea pteropoda is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall.

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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-84375: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Francis Blackwell Forbes (1839-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.B.Forbes' in the authors string.