Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pygmaeum
ID:
128377

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Keil & Morefield

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 14: 583 (-584), fig. 1 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127706



Common Names

  • Pygmy Porophyllum
  • Pygmy Greenthread
  • Pygmy False Daisy


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Description

Porophyllum pygmaeum (also called Pygmy Porophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum pygmaeum is used as a medicinal plant, as a natural dye, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porophyllum pygmaeum has yellow flowers with a single yellow center disk. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped with a white tuft of hairs attached. The seedlings are small, with a single round leaf and a single yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum pygmaeum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will need more frequent watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to germinate. Division is the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Porophyllum pygmaeum

Porophyllum pygmaeum can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Porophyllum pygmaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porophyllum pygmaeum?

Porophyllum pygmaeum

Where is Porophyllum pygmaeum found?

Porophyllum pygmaeum is found in Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Porophyllum pygmaeum?

Porophyllum pygmaeum is an annual herb with a rosette of leaves and a flowering stem.

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-88700: Based on the initial data import
David John Keil (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Keil' in the authors string.
James D. Morefield (1961-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morefield' in the authors string.