Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guerreroanum
ID:
60955

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 403 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060284



Common Names

  • Guerreroanum Psacalium
  • Guerreroanum Ragwort
  • Guerreroanum Groundsel


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Description

Psacalium guerreroanum (also called Mexican Pincushion, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Psacalium guerreroanum has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psacalium guerreroanum is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round with a diameter of 2-3 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psacalium guerreroanum is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the best method, as it will produce a more vigorous plant. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Psacalium guerreroanum

Psacalium guerreroanum is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Guerrero.

Psacalium guerreroanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psacalium guerreroanum?

Psacalium guerreroanum

Where is Psacalium guerreroanum found?

Mexico

What is the natural habitat of Psacalium guerreroanum?

Dry scrubland, grasslands, and open woodlands

Species in the Psacalium genus

Psacalium napellifolium, Psacalium pachyphyllum, Psacalium peltatum, Psacalium pringlei, Psacalium tussilaginoides, Psacalium sharpii, Psacalium pentaflorum, Psacalium cronquistiorum, Psacalium filicifolium, Psacalium globosum, Psacalium matudae, Psacalium hintoniorum, Psacalium goldsmithii, Psacalium beamanii, Psacalium argutum, Psacalium guatemalense, Psacalium amplum, Psacalium nephrophyllum, Psacalium cervinum, Psacalium amplifolium, Psacalium cirsiifolium, Psacalium holwayanum, Psacalium schillingii, Psacalium paucicapitatum, Psacalium laxiflorum, Psacalium guerreroanum, Psacalium megaphyllum, Psacalium hintonii, Psacalium multilobum, Psacalium purpusii, Psacalium sinuatum, Psacalium silphiifolium, Psacalium calvum, Psacalium radulifolium, Psacalium nelsonii, Psacalium decompositum, Psacalium obtusilobum, Psacalium brachycomum, Psacalium peltigerum, Psacalium quercifolium, Psacalium poculiferum, Psacalium mollifolium, Psacalium tabulare, Psacalium palmeri, Psacalium platylepis, Psacalium perezii, Psacalium pinetorum, Psacalium eriocarpum, Psacalium nanum, Psacalium putlanum,

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-17342: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.