Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oblonga
ID:
33987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033316

Common Names

  • Piptocarpha oblonga
  • Oblong Piptocarpha
  • Oblong-Leaved Piptocarpha

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Synonyms

  • Piptocarpha oblonga oblonga [unknown]

Description

Piptocarpha oblonga (also called Oblong-leaved Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has oblong leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha oblonga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Piptocarpha oblonga sub. oblonga
Piptocarpha oblonga sub. lepidota (Sch.Bip.) G.Lom.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piptocarpha oblonga is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, stiff, bristly pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf and a small, yellow, daisy-like flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha oblonga is an annual plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Piptocarpha oblonga

Piptocarpha oblonga can be found in the grasslands of Argentina.

Piptocarpha oblonga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha oblonga?

Piptocarpha oblonga

What is the common name of Piptocarpha oblonga?

Oblong Piptocarpha

What is the natural habitat of Piptocarpha oblonga?

It is found in wet, open areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows

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-13221: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.