Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
118855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 602 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118184



Common Names

  • Golden-rayed Podotheca
  • Golden-rayed Daisy
  • Podotheca chrysantha


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Synonyms

  • Podosperma chrysanthum F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Ixiolaena chrysantha Steetz [unknown]

Description

Podotheca chrysantha (also called Golden Podotheca, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podotheca chrysantha is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Podotheca chrysantha flower is a yellow-orange color with a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podotheca chrysantha is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best propagated from seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Podotheca chrysantha

Podotheca chrysantha is native to the western United States and Canada.

Podotheca chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podotheca chrysantha?

Podotheca chrysantha

What is the natural habitat of Podotheca chrysantha?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the flowering period of Podotheca chrysantha?

April to October

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-79522: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.