Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) P.I.Forst.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 11: 31. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028412
Description
Pigea latifolia (also called Broad-Leaved Pigea, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Europe. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in rocky and sandy soils in Spain, Portugal, and France.
Uses & Benefits
Pigea latifolia is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pigea latifolia are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pigea latifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Pigea latifolia
Pigea latifolia can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Pigea latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pigea latifolia?
Pigea latifolia
What is the family of Pigea latifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Pigea latifolia?
Broad-leaved Pigea
Species in the Pigea genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei,
Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,