Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
136644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rich.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 50: 475 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135973

Common Names

  • Cudweed
  • Praxelis
  • Diffuse Praxelis

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Synonyms

  • Ooclinium villosum DC. [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium urticifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia diffusa Rich. [unknown]
  • Praxelis villosa Cass. [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium urticaefolium DC. [unknown]
  • Ooclinium depressum Gardner [unknown]
  • Eupatorium urticaefolium L.f. [unknown]
  • Praxelis pauciflora (Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium urticifolium L.f. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbostylis pauciflora (Kunth) DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium pauciflorum Kunth [unknown]
  • Haberlea divaricata Pohl ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Praxelis diffusa (also called Diffuse Praxelis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and narrow, toothed leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Praxelis diffusa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Praxelis diffusa is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Praxelis diffusa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Praxelis diffusa

Praxelis diffusa is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Praxelis diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praxelis diffusa?

Praxelis diffusa

What is the common name of Praxelis diffusa?

Diffuse Praxelis

What is the natural habitat of Praxelis diffusa?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

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-96701: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.