Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 50: 379. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010330
Common Names
- Teixeiranthus Pohlii
- Pohlii Teixeiranthus
- Teixeiranthus
Description
Teixeiranthus pohlii (also called Pohl's Teixeiranthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in montane forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Teixeiranthus pohlii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teixeiranthus pohlii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teixeiranthus pohlii is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Teixeiranthus pohlii
Teixeiranthus pohlii is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.
Teixeiranthus pohlii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teixeiranthus pohlii?
Teixeiranthus pohlii
What are the common names of Teixeiranthus pohlii?
Pohl's Teixeiranthus
What is the native range of Teixeiranthus pohlii?
South America
Species in the Teixeiranthus 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,