Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
paradoxum
ID:
910335

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Hul

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 13: 162 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909670



Common Names

  • Phyllobotryon paradoxum
  • Paradoxum Phyllobotryon
  • Paradoxum


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Description

Phyllobotryon paradoxum (also called False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllobotryon paradoxum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllobotryon paradoxum has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllobotryon paradoxum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so regular pest and disease control measures should be taken.

Where to Find Phyllobotryon paradoxum

Phyllobotryon paradoxum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Phyllobotryon paradoxum FAQ

What type of plant is Phyllobotryon paradoxum?

Phyllobotryon paradoxum is a shrub

Where does Phyllobotryon paradoxum grow?

Phyllobotryon paradoxum is native to the tropical regions of South America

What is the growth rate of Phyllobotryon paradoxum?

Phyllobotryon paradoxum grows at a moderate rate

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4533183: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Sovanmoly Hul (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hul' in the authors string.