Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
drabiformis
ID:
76935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 133 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076264



Common Names

  • Drab Psychrogeton
  • Drab Psychrogeton Plant
  • Drab Psychrogeton Groundsel


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Description

Psychrogeton drabiformis (also called Drab's ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes. It has a woody base with a single stem that can grow up to 1.2 m tall. The leaves are lanceolate and have a greyish-green color. The flowers are yellow and have a daisy-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Psychrogeton drabiformis is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychrogeton drabiformis has small yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychrogeton drabiformis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Psychrogeton drabiformis

Psychrogeton drabiformis is found in dry, open areas, such as meadows, fields, and roadsides in the western United States and Canada.

Psychrogeton drabiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychrogeton drabiformis?

Psychrogeton drabiformis

What are the characteristics of Psychrogeton drabiformis?

Psychrogeton drabiformis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to South Africa and has white daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is drought tolerant.

What is the growth habit of Psychrogeton drabiformis?

Psychrogeton drabiformis is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m and a width of 1-2 m.

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,

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