Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amoenus
ID:
132683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 36: 121, fig. 44 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132012

Common Names

  • Amoenus Pappobolus
  • Amoenus
  • Pappobolus amoenus

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Synonyms

  • Pappobolus amoenus amoenus [unknown]

Description

Pappobolus amoenus (also called Amoenus pappobolus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in disturbed areas, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pappobolus amoenus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappobolus amoenus is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappobolus amoenus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pappobolus amoenus

Pappobolus amoenus is native to the Caribbean island of Hispaniola. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and in open, disturbed areas.

Pappobolus amoenus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappobolus amoenus?

Pappobolus amoenus

What is the family of Pappobolus amoenus?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Pappobolus amoenus?

South America

Species in the Pappobolus genus

Pappobolus sagasteguii, Pappobolus hypargyreus, Pappobolus verbesinoides, Pappobolus verbesinoides, Pappobolus schillingii, Pappobolus microphyllus, Pappobolus discolor, Pappobolus sanchezii, Pappobolus imbaburensis, Pappobolus stuebelii, Pappobolus viridior, Pappobolus ecuadoriensis, Pappobolus smithii, Pappobolus matthewsii, Pappobolus acutifolius, Pappobolus lehmannii, Pappobolus subniveus, Pappobolus acuminatus, Pappobolus argenteus, Pappobolus youngiorum, Pappobolus senex, Pappobolus robinsonii, Pappobolus lanatus, Pappobolus nigrescens, Pappobolus storkhortonianus, Pappobolus davidii, Pappobolus lodicatus, Pappobolus decumbens, Pappobolus cajamarcensis, Pappobolus jelskii, Pappobolus hypargyreus, Pappobolus woodsonianus, Pappobolus senex, Pappobolus cinerascens, Pappobolus andinus, Pappobolus hutchisonii, Pappobolus amoenus, Pappobolus juncosae, Pappobolus mollicomus, Pappobolus macranthus,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References