Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollissima
ID:
61201

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 38(2): 201 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060530



Common Names

  • Soft Psiadia
  • Soft Psiadia
  • Soft Psiadia


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Description

Psiadia mollissima (also called Soft Psiadia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single, erect stem with ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia mollissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psiadia mollissima is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling has two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia mollissima is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Psiadia mollissima

Psiadia mollissima can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Psiadia mollissima FAQ

What are the best growing conditions for Psiadia mollissima?

Psiadia mollissima prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Psiadia mollissima be watered?

Psiadia mollissima should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

How can I encourage blooming in Psiadia mollissima?

To encourage blooming in Psiadia mollissima, provide plenty of sunlight and water, and fertilize regularly.

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