Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stewartii
ID:
60843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) R.R.Stewart

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Punjab (Pakistan) For. Rec. 2(1, Cat. Pl. Rawalpindi Distr.): 50. 1952

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060172



Common Names

  • Stewart's Pterachaenia
  • Stewart's Daisy
  • Pterachaenia Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera stewartii Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Pterachaenia stewartii (also called Stewart's Pterachaenia, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist, open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterachaenia stewartii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterachaenia stewartii has small, yellow flowers with a fluffy seed head. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterachaenia stewartii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Pterachaenia stewartii

Pterachaenia stewartii is native to East Africa and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Pterachaenia stewartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterachaenia stewartii?

Pterachaenia stewartii

What is the common name of Pterachaenia stewartii?

Stewart's Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Pterachaenia stewartii?

It is found in dry, open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Pterachaenia genus

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-17232: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ralph Randles Stewart (1890-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Stewart' in the authors string.