Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
quadrangularis
ID:
118364

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meyen) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 17(83): 57 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117693

Common Names

  • Quadrangular Parastrephia
  • Four-angled Parastrephia
  • Four-angled Daisy

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Description

Parastrephia quadrangularis (also called Four-angled Parastrephia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has four-angled stems and small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Parastrephia quadrangularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parastrephia quadrangularis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parastrephia quadrangularis is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and it can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering, and it can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Parastrephia quadrangularis

Parastrephia quadrangularis is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Parastrephia quadrangularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parastrephia quadrangularis?

Parastrephia quadrangularis

What type of plant is Parastrephia quadrangularis?

Parastrephia quadrangularis is a shrub

Where is Parastrephia quadrangularis found?

Parastrephia quadrangularis is found in Chile

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-79049: Based on the initial data import
Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.