Piptocarpha vasquezii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vasquezii
ID:
46832
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12(3): 396 (-398; fig. 2) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046161
Common Names
- Piptocarpha vasquezii
- Vasquez's Piptocarpha
- Vasquez's Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptocarpha vasquezii (also called Vasquez's Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in open forests, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Piptocarpha vasquezii is a perennial herb native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal herb, and is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piptocarpha vasquezii is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piptocarpha vasquezii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Piptocarpha vasquezii
Piptocarpha vasquezii is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.
Piptocarpha vasquezii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Piptocarpha vasquezii?
Piptocarpha vasquezii is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
What is the size of Piptocarpha vasquezii?
Piptocarpha vasquezii grows to a height of 0.5-1 m and a width of 0.5-1 m.
What is the soil type for Piptocarpha vasquezii?
Piptocarpha vasquezii prefers well-drained, sandy soil and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
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-144638: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.