Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
thonneri
ID:
289758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax ex De Wild. & T.Durand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 2, 1(1): 51 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289090



Common Names

  • Pycnocoma thonneri
  • Pycnocoma Thonner's
  • Thonner's Pycnocoma


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Synonyms

  • Pycnocoma longipes Pax [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma trilobata De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Pycnocoma thonneri (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers that grows in the grasslands of Ethiopia. It is found in rocky areas and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnocoma thonneri has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnocoma thonneri is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnocoma thonneri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pycnocoma thonneri

Pycnocoma thonneri can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Pycnocoma thonneri FAQ

What are the common names of Pycnocoma thonneri?

Pycnocoma thonneri is commonly known as the Thonner's pycnocoma.

What is the growth habit of Pycnocoma thonneri?

Pycnocoma thonneri is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

Where is Pycnocoma thonneri native to?

Pycnocoma thonneri is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-171136: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.