Piptocarpha geraldsmithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geraldsmithii
ID:
34150
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12(3): 394 (fig. 1) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033479
Common Names
- Gerald Smith's Piptocarpha
- Gerald Smith's Daisybush
- Gerald Smith's Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii (also called Gerald Smith's Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary flower heads with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a bee plant to attract bees for pollination.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Piptocarpha geraldsmithii
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha geraldsmithii?
Piptocarpha geraldsmithii
What is the family of Piptocarpha geraldsmithii?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Piptocarpha geraldsmithii?
Gerald Smith's Piptocarpha
Species in the Piptocarpha genus
Piptocarpha canescens, Piptocarpha steyermarkii, Piptocarpha quadrangularis, Piptocarpha tomentosa, Piptocarpha ramiflora, Piptocarpha poeppigiana, Piptocarpha gutierrezii, Piptocarpha oblonga, Piptocarpha geraldsmithii, Piptocarpha lucida, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha opaca, Piptocarpha notata, Piptocarpha organensis, Piptocarpha jonesiana, Piptocarpha isotrichia, Piptocarpha vasquezii, Piptocarpha riedelii, Piptocarpha klugii, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha obovata, Piptocarpha subcorymbosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha stifftioides, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha gustavo-valerioana, Piptocarpha triflora, Piptocarpha auyantepuiensis, Piptocarpha ramboi, Piptocarpha rotundifolia, Piptocarpha macropoda, Piptocarpha sellovii, Piptocarpha opacs, Piptocarpha lechleri, Piptocarpha richteri, Piptocarpha axlllaris, Piptocarpha boyacensis, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha leprosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha megaphylla, Piptocarpha robusta, Piptocarpha matogrossensis, Piptocarpha atratoensis, Piptocarpha asterotricha, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha angustifolia, Piptocarpha brasiliana, Piptocarpha axillaris,
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-132367: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.