Pteronia beckeoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beckeoides
ID:
121537
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 359 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120866
Common Names
- Pteronia beckeoides
- Beck's Pteronia
- Pteronia Beckeoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteronia beckeoides (also called Becke's Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and steppes. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pteronia beckeoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteronia beckeoides is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteronia beckeoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in early spring or late autumn and the seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing.
Where to Find Pteronia beckeoides
Pteronia beckeoides is native to South Africa and can be found in open grassland and scrubland.
Pteronia beckeoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteronia beckeoides?
Pteronia beckeoides
What is the common name of Pteronia beckeoides?
Beckeoides
What is the habitat of Pteronia beckeoides?
It is found in dry, open habitats in South Africa
Species in the Pteronia genus
Pteronia spinulosa, Pteronia centauroides, Pteronia ciliata, Pteronia stricta, Pteronia villosa, Pteronia scariosa, Pteronia paniculata, Pteronia eenii, Pteronia glabrata, Pteronia anisata, Pteronia leucoclada, Pteronia bolusii, Pteronia oppositifolia, Pteronia smutsii, Pteronia utilis, Pteronia aspalatha, Pteronia incana, Pteronia cylindracea, Pteronia acuminata, Pteronia teretifolia, Pteronia mooreiana, Pteronia polygalifolia, Pteronia succulenta, Pteronia hirsuta, Pteronia leptospermoides, Pteronia rangei, Pteronia onobromoides, Pteronia elongata, Pteronia lucilioides, Pteronia punctata, Pteronia tenuifolia, Pteronia camphorata, Pteronia acuta, Pteronia ovalifolia, Pteronia inflexa, Pteronia mucronata, Pteronia viscosa, Pteronia glauca, Pteronia polygalifolia, Pteronia glomerata, Pteronia pillansii, Pteronia diosmifolia, Pteronia uncinata, Pteronia intermedia, Pteronia tricephala, Pteronia hutchinsoniana, Pteronia cinerea, Pteronia stoehelinoides, Pteronia membranacea, Pteronia ambrariifolia,
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-82104: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.