Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispida
ID:
9263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 285 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008592

Common Names

  • Psiadia Hispida
  • Hairy Psiadia
  • Hairy False Daisy

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Description

Psiadia hispida (also called Bristly Psiadia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a slender stem and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia hispida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psiadia hispida var. auriculata (Baker) R.Vig. & Humbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psiadia hispida has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia hispida is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is easily propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, moist environment and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant but needs regular watering during the summer months. It can be grown in a variety of soils but prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.

Where to Find Psiadia hispida

Psiadia hispida is native to tropical Africa.

Psiadia hispida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia hispida?

Psiadia hispida

What is the common name of Psiadia hispida?

Psiadia hispida

What is the natural habitat of Psiadia hispida?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-108318: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.