Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
25545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cordem.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Fl. Réunion (1895) 727

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024874

Common Names

  • Psiadia laurifolia
  • Psiadia
  • Laurifolia

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Description

Psiadia laurifolia (also called 'Laurel-leaved Psiadia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and several flower heads. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist grassland and forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia laurifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psiadia laurifolia has small white flowers which are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia laurifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Psiadia laurifolia

Psiadia laurifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the western and central parts of the continent.

Psiadia laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia laurifolia?

Psiadia laurifolia

What is the common name of Psiadia laurifolia?

Laurustinus

What is the family of Psiadia laurifolia?

Asteraceae

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