Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
candidissimus
ID:
136927

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f. & Edelb.) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 125 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136256



Common Names

  • Psychrogeton candidissimus
  • Candidissimus Psychrogeton
  • Psychrogeton


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Description

Psychrogeton candidissimus (also called White-flowered Psychrogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has deeply lobed leaves and white daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychrogeton candidissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychrogeton candidissimus is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychrogeton candidissimus is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Psychrogeton candidissimus

Psychrogeton candidissimus can be found in the alpine regions of Europe, particularly in the Alps and Pyrenees.

Psychrogeton candidissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychrogeton candidissimus?

Psychrogeton candidissimus

What is the common name of Psychrogeton candidissimus?

White-Flowered Psychrogeton

What is the natural habitat of Psychrogeton candidissimus?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-96973: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
Lennart Edelberg (1915-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edelb.' in the authors string.