Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
2166

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 195 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001495



Common Names

  • Praxelis insignis
  • Insignis Praxelis
  • Insignis Aster


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Description

Praxelis insignis (also called 'Showy Praxelis', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a single, erect stem that grows up to 1 m tall and is covered in small, white hairs. The leaves are lanceolate and have a pungent smell. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Praxelis insignis is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Praxelis insignis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Praxelis insignis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or early summer, or by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Praxelis insignis

Praxelis insignis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Praxelis insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praxelis insignis?

Praxelis insignis

What is the common name of Praxelis insignis?

Insignis praxelis

What is the natural habitat of Praxelis insignis?

It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-10144: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.