Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arguta
ID:
26696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Voigt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Hort. Suburb. Calcutt. : 408 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026025



Common Names

  • Psiadia arguta
  • Sharp-toothed Psiadia
  • Sharp-toothed Daisy


Searching for Psiadia arguta? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Nidorella compressa Cass. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Elphegea latifolia Cass. [unknown]
  • Elphegea lanceolata Cass. [unknown]
  • Baccharis arguta Pers. [unknown]
  • Conyza balsamica Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Psiadia balsamica DC. [unknown]

Description

Psiadia arguta (also called sharp-leaved psiadia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia arguta is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Caribbean. It has been used as a medicinal plant and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psiadia arguta is white and the seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

Searching for Psiadia arguta? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia arguta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Psiadia arguta requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.

Where to Find Psiadia arguta

Psiadia arguta is native to tropical regions of Africa.

Psiadia arguta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia arguta?

Psiadia arguta

What is the family of Psiadia arguta?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Psiadia arguta?

Sharp-toothed psiadia

Species in the Psiadia genus

Psiadia anchusifolia, Psiadia boivinii, Psiadia lucida, Psiadia hispida, Psiadia nigrescens, Psiadia terebinthina, Psiadia minor, Psiadia tardieuana, Psiadia dracaenifolia, Psiadia vernicosa, Psiadia marojejyensis, Psiadia schweinfurthii, Psiadia penninervia, Psiadia laurifolia, Psiadia serrata, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia arguta, Psiadia rivalsii, Psiadia grandidentata, Psiadia mauritiana, Psiadia tsaratananensis, Psiadia depauperata, Psiadia rodriguesiana, Psiadia ceylanica, Psiadia argentea, Psiadia pseudonigrescens, Psiadia salaziana, Psiadia pollicina, Psiadia punctulata, Psiadia alticola, Psiadia tanala, Psiadia amygdalina, Psiadia pascalii, Psiadia mollissima, Psiadia quartziticola, Psiadia agathaeoides, Psiadia callocephala, Psiadia sericea, Psiadia godotiana, Psiadia vestita, Psiadia cacuminum, Psiadia angustifolia, Psiadia decaryi, Psiadia dentata, Psiadia montana, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia dimorpha, Psiadia insignis, Psiadia viscosa, Psiadia melastomatoides,

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,