Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
matogrossensis
ID:
79530

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 44: 300 (-301), fig (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078859

Common Names

  • Matogrossensis
  • Matogrossense
  • Piptocarpha Matogrossensis

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Description

Piptocarpha matogrossensis (also called Matogrossense Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a prostrate habit and its leaves are ovate and up to 2 cm long. It grows in open areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha matogrossensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for its drought-tolerant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha matogrossensis has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a single flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha matogrossensis is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Piptocarpha matogrossensis

Piptocarpha matogrossensis is found in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso.

Piptocarpha matogrossensis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Piptocarpha matogrossensis?

Piptocarpha matogrossensis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average size of Piptocarpha matogrossensis?

Piptocarpha matogrossensis typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet and a width of 4-5 feet.

What is the best way to propagate Piptocarpha matogrossensis?

Piptocarpha matogrossensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

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,

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