Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
poposum
ID:
112643

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7(3): 240 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000111972



Common Names

  • Xenophyllum
  • Poposum
  • Xenophyllum Poposum


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Synonyms

  • Werneria lorentziana Hieron. [unknown]
  • Werneria poposa Phil. [unknown]

Description

Xenophyllum poposum (also called 'Popo's Xenophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in the tropical Andes of Ecuador and Peru. It grows in high elevation grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Xenophyllum poposum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xenophyllum poposum has small, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenophyllum poposum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and salt spray. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Xenophyllum poposum

Xenophyllum poposum can be found in the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Xenophyllum poposum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum poposum?

Xenophyllum poposum

What is the common name of Xenophyllum poposum?

Popo Xenophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Xenophyllum poposum?

Open, dry grasslands and scrublands

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-7135: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.