Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
81790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Man. Fl. N. States [Britton] 1008. 1901

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081119

Common Names

  • Picradeniopsis
  • False Daisy
  • Oppositeleaf False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Trichophyllum oppositifolium Nutt. [unknown]
  • Bahia oppositifolia (Nutt.) DC. [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum oppositifolium Heynh. [unknown]
  • Helenium oppositifolium Spreng. [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum oppositifolium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bahia oppositifolia (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Bahia oppositifolia Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia (also called Opposite-leaved Picradeniopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, oval leaves with a silvery-green hue. It produces small, yellow flowers with five petals. It is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its oil. It is also used as a food source and as a decorative plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picradeniopsis oppositifolia is a yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia is a perennial that is best grown in full sun. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring, or from cuttings taken in late summer. It can also be propagated from division in spring.

Where to Find Picradeniopsis oppositifolia

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia is native to North America and can be found in open, dry areas.

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picradeniopsis oppositifolia?

Picradeniopsis oppositifolia

What is the family of Picradeniopsis oppositifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Picradeniopsis oppositifolia?

Opposite-leaved Picradeniopsis

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-37674: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.