Porophyllum gracile - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracile
ID:
138519
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 29 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137848
Common Names
- Porophyllum
- Graceful Porophyllum
- Rattlesnake Weed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Porophyllum gracile (also called Graceful Porophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the mountains of Europe and Asia and grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Porophyllum gracile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, inflammation, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Porophyllum gracile is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Porophyllum gracile is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Porophyllum gracile
Porophyllum gracile is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky soils, often on hillsides.
Porophyllum gracile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porophyllum gracile?
Porophyllum gracile
What is the common name of Porophyllum gracile?
Graceful Ragweed
What is the natural habitat of Porophyllum gracile?
Grasslands and disturbed sites
Species in the Porophyllum genus
Porophyllum viridiflorum, Porophyllum lanceolatum, Porophyllum angustissimum, Porophyllum scoparium, Porophyllum calcicola, Porophyllum ruderale, Porophyllum maritimum, Porophyllum tarapacanum, Porophyllum pausodynum, Porophyllum cabrerae, Porophyllum angustissimum, Porophyllum leiocarpum, Porophyllum lindenii, Porophyllum warnockii, Porophyllum pringlei, Porophyllum greggii, Porophyllum obscurum, Porophyllum hasslerianum, Porophyllum amplexicaule, Porophyllum filiforme, Porophyllum bahiense, Porophyllum coloratum, Porophyllum punctatum, Porophyllum linaria, Porophyllum pygmaeum, Porophyllum zimapanum, Porophyllum tagetoides, Porophyllum oppositifolium, Porophyllum nelsonii, Porophyllum gracile, Porophyllum spathulatum,
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-98514: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.