Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
43133

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Ann. S. African Mus. ix. 301 (1917).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042462



Common Names

  • Pteronia punctata
  • Punctata Pteronia
  • Pteronia


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Description

Pteronia punctata (also called Pteronia punctata, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and dry open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pteronia punctata has many non-medical uses. It is often used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover, to prevent soil erosion, and to attract beneficial insects. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent, as it contains compounds that repel certain pests.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteronia punctata has yellow, daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a hairy surface. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteronia punctata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It requires minimal maintenance and is relatively pest and disease free.

Where to Find Pteronia punctata

Pteronia punctata is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in dry, open areas such as fields and roadsides. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Pteronia punctata FAQ

What are the common names of Pteronia punctata?

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What is the growth habit of Pteronia punctata?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall.

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-141077: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.