Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pyrifolia
ID:
136762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 44 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136091



Common Names

  • Steyermarkina pyrifolia
  • Pineapple Weed
  • Mayweed


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Description

Steyermarkina pyrifolia (also called Pearleaf Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Steyermarkina pyrifolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steyermarkina pyrifolia is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedling is small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steyermarkina pyrifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Steyermarkina pyrifolia

Steyermarkina pyrifolia can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Steyermarkina pyrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steyermarkina pyrifolia?

Steyermarkina pyrifolia

What is the common name of Steyermarkina pyrifolia?

Pyriform Steyermarkina

What is the natural habitat of Steyermarkina pyrifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-96812: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.