Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctulata
ID:
48207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 27: 196 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047536

Common Names

  • Psiadia Punctulata
  • Punctulate Psiadia
  • Punctulate False Daisy

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Description

Psiadia punctulata (also called Spotted Psiadia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies. It has white flower heads with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the leaves are linear and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia punctulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used as a food source and in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psiadia punctulata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia punctulata is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Psiadia punctulata

Psiadia punctulata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Psiadia punctulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia punctulata?

Psiadia punctulata

What is the common name of Psiadia punctulata?

Spotted Ageratum

What is the natural habitat of Psiadia punctulata?

Dry, open woods and fields

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-146006: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.