Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
punctatum
ID:
120124

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 52: 58 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119453



Common Names

  • Porophyllum punctatum
  • Spotted Horse Purslane
  • Punctate Horse Purslane


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Description

Porophyllum punctatum (also called the Spotted Porophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and typically grows in dry grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum punctatum is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Porophyllum punctatum is a yellow daisy with a long stem and a single head. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum punctatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or spring and to keep the soil moist until germination. Division of the plant can be done in the spring or fall. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Porophyllum punctatum

Porophyllum punctatum can be found in the western United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Porophyllum punctatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porophyllum punctatum?

Porophyllum punctatum

What is the family of Porophyllum punctatum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Porophyllum punctatum?

Punctate roman

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-8075: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.