Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
megaphylla
ID:
76110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 15: 72, tab. 2 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075439

Common Names

  • Piptocarpha
  • Megaphylla Daisy
  • Giant Daisy

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Description

Piptocarpha megaphylla (also called Large-leaved Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha megaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piptocarpha megaphylla is a white daisy-like flower, with a single seed per flower. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha megaphylla is a perennial herb that is propagated from seeds or cuttings. It can be cultivated in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Piptocarpha megaphylla

Piptocarpha megaphylla is native to South America and can be found in moist, disturbed habitats.

Piptocarpha megaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha megaphylla?

Piptocarpha megaphylla

What is the common name of Piptocarpha megaphylla?

Large-leaved Piptocarpha

What is the habitat of Piptocarpha megaphylla?

It is found in dry, open habitats in South America

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,