Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
meyeri
ID:
82748

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 659 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082077



Common Names

  • Podospermum meyeri
  • Meyer's Podospermum
  • Meyer's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera meyeri (K.Koch) Lipsch. [unknown]
  • Podospermum canum integrifolium Trautv. [unknown]
  • Podospermum tenuisectum Grossh. & Sosn. [unknown]

Description

Podospermum meyeri (also called Meyer's podospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an erect herb with a woody stem, and grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podospermum meyeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podospermum meyeri is yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podospermum meyeri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Podospermum meyeri

Podospermum meyeri is found in South Africa.

Podospermum meyeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podospermum meyeri?

Podospermum meyeri

What is the natural habitat of Podospermum meyeri?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Podospermum meyeri?

June to August

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-38606: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.