Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 164 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483207
Common Names
- Costaricensis Plant
- Costaricensis Daisy
- Costaricensis Flower
Description
Panopsis costaricensis (also called Mountain Rose, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has opposite, oblong-elliptic leaves that are 4–10 cm long. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Panopsis costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Panopsis costaricensis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Panopsis costaricensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Panopsis costaricensis
Panopsis costaricensis is native to Costa Rica.
Panopsis costaricensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Panopsis costaricensis?
Panopsis costaricensis
What is the family of Panopsis costaricensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Panopsis costaricensis?
Costa Rican Panopsis
Species in the Panopsis genus
Panopsis rubescens,
Panopsis polystachya,
Panopsis ptariana,
Panopsis tepuiana,
Panopsis sessilifolia,
Panopsis suaveolens,
Panopsis parimensis,
Panopsis antioquensis,
Panopsis cinnamomea,
Panopsis costaricensis,
Panopsis hernandezii,
Panopsis mucronata,
Panopsis acostana,
Panopsis rubescens,
Panopsis yolombo,
Panopsis perijensis,
Panopsis pearcei,
Panopsis yungasensis,
Panopsis rectistyla,
Panopsis sulcata,
Panopsis macrocarpa,
Panopsis multiflora,
Panopsis megistosperma,
Panopsis roldosii,
Panopsis lozanoi,
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa,
Adenanthos acanthophyllus,
Adenanthos apiculatus,
Adenanthos argyreus,
Adenanthos barbigerus,
Adenanthos cacomorphus,
Adenanthos cuneatus,
Adenanthos cunninghamii,
Adenanthos cygnorum,
Adenanthos detmoldii,
Adenanthos dobagii,
Adenanthos dobsonii,
Adenanthos drummondii,
Adenanthos ellipticus,
Adenanthos eyrei,
Adenanthos filifolius,
Adenanthos flavidiflorus,
Adenanthos forrestii,
Adenanthos glabrescens,
Adenanthos gracilipes,
Adenanthos ileticos,
Adenanthos intermedius,
Adenanthos intricatus,
Adenanthos labillardierei,
Adenanthos linearis,
Adenanthos macropodianus,
Adenanthos meisneri,
Adenanthos obovatus,
Adenanthos oreophilus,
Adenanthos pamelus,
Adenanthos pungens,
Adenanthos sericeus,
Adenanthos strictus,
Adenanthos teges,
Adenanthos terminalis,
Adenanthos velutinus,
Adenanthos venosus,
Agastachys odorata,
Alloxylon brachycarpum,
Alloxylon flammeum,
Alloxylon pinnatum,
Alloxylon wickhamii,
Athertonia diversifolia,
Aulax cancellata,
Aulax pallasia,
Aulax umbellata,
Austromuellera trinervia,
Austromuellera valida,
Banksia acanthopoda,
Banksia acuminata,