Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sarcophylla
ID:
66628

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 198 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065957



Common Names

  • Sarcophylla Pluchea
  • Pluchea
  • Sarcophylla Pluchea


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Description

Pluchea sarcophylla (also called Sarcophyll pluchea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea sarcophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pluchea sarcophylla is yellow and has a single yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea sarcophylla is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are gray-green in color and are covered in a white, woolly fuzz. The flowers are yellow and appear in clusters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pluchea sarcophylla

Pluchea sarcophylla is found in Mexico and Central America.

Pluchea sarcophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea sarcophylla?

Pluchea sarcophylla

What is the common name of Pluchea sarcophylla?

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What is the natural habitat of Pluchea sarcophylla?

Pluchea sarcophylla is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

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-22855: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.