Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tepperi
ID:
138369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) D.A.Cooke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 7(3): 284 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137698



Common Names

  • Tepper's Podolepis
  • Tepper's Daisy
  • Tepper's Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum tepperi F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Podolepis tepperi (also called Tepper's Podolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Podolepis tepperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podolepis tepperi is a yellow disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves, with the first true leaves being deeply lobed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podolepis tepperi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Podolepis tepperi

Podolepis tepperi can be found in the south-east of Australia.

Podolepis tepperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podolepis tepperi?

Podolepis tepperi

What is the common name of Podolepis tepperi?

Tepper's podolepis

What is the natural habitat of Podolepis tepperi?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

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-9837: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
David Alan Cooke (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Cooke' in the authors string.