Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tussilaginoides
ID:
7150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 263 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006479



Common Names

  • Tussilaginoides Psacalium
  • Psacalium
  • Tussilago


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Description

Psacalium tussilaginoides (also called Tussilago-like Psacalium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with spiny bracts. It grows in moist soils and is often found in wetland regions.

Uses & Benefits

Psacalium tussilaginoides has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psacalium tussilaginoides has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psacalium tussilaginoides is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Psacalium tussilaginoides

Psacalium tussilaginoides is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Psacalium tussilaginoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psacalium tussilaginoides?

Psacalium tussilaginoides

What is the natural habitat of Psacalium tussilaginoides?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

What are the common names of Psacalium tussilaginoides?

Tussilago Daisy, Tussilago Daisy Bush

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-106244: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.