Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schomburgkii
ID:
40221

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(1): 101 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039550

Common Names

  • Piptocoma schomburgkii
  • Schomburgki's Piptocoma
  • Piptocoma

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Description

Piptocoma schomburgkii (also called Schomburgk's piptocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocoma schomburgkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocoma schomburgkii flower is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocoma schomburgkii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Piptocoma schomburgkii

Piptocoma schomburgkii is native to the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Argentina. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 3,000-4,500 m.

Piptocoma schomburgkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocoma schomburgkii?

Piptocoma schomburgkii

What is the natural habitat of Piptocoma schomburgkii?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Piptocoma schomburgkii?

2-3 meters

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-138251: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.