Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perezii
ID:
127889

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 419, fig. 1 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127218



Common Names

  • Perez's Psacalium
  • Woolly Psacalium
  • Woolly Groundsel


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Description

Psacalium perezii (also called Perez's psacalium, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Mexico. It is a small shrub with white or pink flowers and grows in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psacalium perezii is used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, a diuretic, and a laxative. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psacalium perezii is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psacalium perezii is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Psacalium perezii

Psacalium perezii is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, including Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru.

Psacalium perezii FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Psacalium perezii?

Psacalium perezii grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Psacalium perezii?

Psacalium perezii prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.

What is the best way to propagate Psacalium perezii?

Psacalium perezii can be propagated through seed or cuttings.

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-88222: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.