Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odontodactyla
ID:
29205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 195 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028534



Common Names

  • Praxelis odontodactyla
  • Odontodactyla Praxelis
  • Odontodactyla Toothleaf


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium odontodactylum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Praxelis odontodactyla (also called Tooth-fingered praxelis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a slender stem and grows up to 0.5 m tall. Its leaves are linear to ovate and its flowers are white and daisy-like. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Praxelis odontodactyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. Its leaves are also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Praxelis odontodactyla is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Praxelis odontodactyla can be propagated by division of the root clumps in the spring. Cultivation is best in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Deadhead faded flowers to prolong flowering.

Where to Find Praxelis odontodactyla

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

Praxelis odontodactyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praxelis odontodactyla?

Praxelis odontodactyla

What is the natural habitat of Praxelis odontodactyla?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

What is the average height of Praxelis odontodactyla?

1-2 meters

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-127576: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.