Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
depressus
ID:
395638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Balansa

Source:
ksu

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 20: 250 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394970



Common Names

  • Depressed Pterocephalus
  • Depressed Star Flower
  • Depressed Star Grass


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Description

Pterocephalus depressus (also called Depressed Pterocephalus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves with a daisy-shaped base and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocephalus depressus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pterocephalus depressus sub. rifanus (Emb. & Maire) Dobignard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocephalus depressus is a white or yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocephalus depressus is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Pterocephalus depressus

Pterocephalus depressus is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Pterocephalus depressus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocephalus depressus?

Pterocephalus depressus

What is the common name of Pterocephalus depressus?

Depressus Pterocephalus

What is the natural habitat of Pterocephalus depressus?

Pterocephalus depressus is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Pterocephalus genus

Pterocephalus bellidifolius, Pterocephalus dumetorum, Pterocephalus gedrosiacus, Pterocephalus fruticulosus, Pterocephalus arabicus, Pterocephalus depressus, Pterocephalus canus, Pterocephalus brevis, Pterocephalus khorassanicus, Pterocephalus nestorianus, Pterocephalus multiflorus, Pterocephalus lignosus, Pterocephalus laxus, Pterocephalus lasiospermus, Pterocephalus intermedius, Pterocephalus hookeri, Pterocephalus kurdicus, Pterocephalus glandulosissimus, Pterocephalus pulverulentus, Pterocephalus strictus, Pterocephalus spathulatus, Pterocephalus shepardii, Pterocephalus sanctus, Pterocephalus pterocephalus, Pterocephalus plumosus, Pterocephalus pinardi, Pterocephalus persicus, Pterocephalus pyrethrifolius, Pterocephalus szovitsii, Pterocephalus ghahremanii, Pterocephalus wendelboi, Pterocephalus virens, Pterocephalus porphyranthus, Pterocephalus frutescens,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:319599-1: Based on the initial data import