Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polifolia
ID:
34126

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Hutch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Botanist S. Afr. 91 (1946), in obs.; Bullock i

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033455



Common Names

  • Printzia polifolia
  • Polifolia Printzia
  • False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Inula caerulea L. [unknown]
  • Printzia cernua Druce [unknown]
  • Inula cernua P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Conyza verrucosa Houtt. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Leysera polifolia Thunb. [unknown]
  • Aster papposus Willd. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Printzia bergii Cass. [unknown]
  • Aster chamaedrifolius Lam. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Aster polifolius L. [unknown]

Description

Printzia polifolia (also called Many-Leaved Printzia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are oblong and serrated. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Printzia polifolia has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Printzia polifolia has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Printzia polifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Printzia polifolia

Printzia polifolia is native to Central America, particularly in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Printzia polifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Printzia polifolia?

Printzia polifolia

What is the common name of Printzia polifolia?

Polyfoliate Printzia

Where is Printzia polifolia found?

It is found in South America, mainly in Brazil.

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-132344: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.