Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ferreyra) Panero
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 36: 133 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052052
Common Names
- Pappobolus smithii
- Smithii
- Smith's Pappobolus
Synonyms
- Helianthopsis smithii Ferreyra [unknown]
Description
Pappobolus smithii (also called Smith's Pappobolus, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has a woody stem and lanceolate leaves, and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pappobolus smithii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in xeriscaping. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to a garden. It can also be used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pappobolus smithii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pappobolus smithii is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall, and the divided plants should be replanted immediately.
Where to Find Pappobolus smithii
Pappobolus smithii is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pappobolus smithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pappobolus smithii?
Pappobolus smithii
What is the common name of Pappobolus smithii?
Smith's Pappobolus
What is the flower color of Pappobolus smithii?
White
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,