Porophyllum leiocarpum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpum
ID:
45775
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rydb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(3): 184 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045104
Common Names
- Porophyllum leiocarpum
- Porophyllum
- Rattlesnake Weed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Porophyllum macrocephalum leiocarpum Urb. [unknown]
Description
Porophyllum leiocarpum (also called Mexican Oregano, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has white flowers and hairy, lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Porophyllum leiocarpum is an herbaceous plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its fragrant white flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Porophyllum leiocarpum has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
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Porophyllum leiocarpum is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.
Where to Find Porophyllum leiocarpum
Porophyllum leiocarpum can be found in Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Porophyllum leiocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porophyllum leiocarpum?
Porophyllum leiocarpum
What type of plant is Porophyllum leiocarpum?
It is an annual herb
Where is Porophyllum leiocarpum found?
It is found in the western United States
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-143622: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.