Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rugosum
ID:
126719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 27, Afd. 3, n.° 12: 16, pl. 2 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126048



Common Names

  • Rugose Pterocaulon
  • Rugose-Leaf Pterocaulon
  • Rugoseleaf Pterocaulon


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Synonyms

  • Pluchea rugosa Less. [unknown]
  • Conyza rugosa Vahl [unknown]
  • Chlaenobolus rugosus Cass. [unknown]
  • Pterocaulon spicatum brachystachyum DC. [unknown]
  • Chlaenobolus rugosa Cass. [unknown]

Description

Pterocaulon rugosum (also called Rough Pterocaulon, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocaulon rugosum is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is often used as a border plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocaulon rugosum has small yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocaulon rugosum is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Pterocaulon rugosum

Pterocaulon rugosum is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga.

Pterocaulon rugosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocaulon rugosum?

Pterocaulon rugosum

What is the common name of Pterocaulon rugosum?

Rugose Pterocaulon

What is the habitat of Pterocaulon rugosum?

It is found in the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala

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