Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lucida
ID:
35454

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Benn. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 121 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034783

Common Names

  • Piptocarpha lucida
  • Shiny Piptocarpha
  • Glossy Piptocarpha

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Description

Piptocarpha lucida (also called Shining Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower head with yellow disc florets.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha lucida is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha lucida has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette shape with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha lucida is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant tidy and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Piptocarpha lucida

Piptocarpha lucida is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, particularly in Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Piptocarpha lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha lucida?

Piptocarpha lucida

What is the common name of Piptocarpha lucida?

Shiny Piptocarpha

Where is Piptocarpha lucida native to?

Southern Europe

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
John Joseph Bennett (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238450-1: Based on the initial data import