Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
coloratum
ID:
98763

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 650 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098092



Common Names

  • Colourful Porophyllum
  • Porophyllum Coloratum
  • Coloratum


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Synonyms

  • Porophyllum simplex M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Porophyllum seemannii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Porophyllum coloratum coloratum [unknown]
  • Kleinia colorata Kunth [unknown]

Description

Porophyllum coloratum (also called Porophyllum coloratum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are deeply lobed. It grows in dry, open areas, such as deserts, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum coloratum is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Porophyllum coloratum var. obtusifolium (DC.) McVaugh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porophyllum coloratum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum coloratum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Porophyllum coloratum

Porophyllum coloratum is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Porophyllum coloratum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Porophyllum coloratum?

Porophyllum coloratum is native to Mexico and is found in dry scrublands.

What is the size of Porophyllum coloratum?

Porophyllum coloratum is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

What is the flowering season of Porophyllum coloratum?

Porophyllum coloratum flowers from April to June.

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