Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brachyspermus
ID:
130832

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Botsch.) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 137 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130161



Common Names

  • Psychrogeton brachyspermus
  • Short-spurred Frostweed
  • Frostweed


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Description

Psychrogeton brachyspermus (also called Short-seeded psychrogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It can grow up to 20 cm in height and has a thin stem with small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psychrogeton brachyspermus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychrogeton brachyspermus is a white-yellow disc floret. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychrogeton brachyspermus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes mountains. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Psychrogeton brachyspermus

Psychrogeton brachyspermus is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Psychrogeton brachyspermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychrogeton brachyspermus?

Psychrogeton brachyspermus

What is the family of Psychrogeton brachyspermus?

Asteraceae

Where is Psychrogeton brachyspermus found?

It is found in the mountains of Central and South America.

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

Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:240023-1: Based on the initial data import