Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
130782

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(1): 46 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130111



Common Names

  • Podotheca wilsonii
  • Wilsonii
  • Podotheca


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Description

Podotheca wilsonii (also called Wilson's Podotheca, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Podotheca wilsonii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of fuel wood, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podotheca wilsonii are small and white. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podotheca wilsonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Podotheca wilsonii

Podotheca wilsonii can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountain region.

Podotheca wilsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podotheca wilsonii?

Podotheca wilsonii

What is the common name of Podotheca wilsonii?

Wilson's Podotheca

What is the family of Podotheca wilsonii?

Asteraceae

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-9102: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.