Status:
valid
Authors:
Schrenk
Source:
gcc
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 3: 109 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080043
Common Names
- Centaur Plagiobasis
- Centaur Daisy
- Centaur Rayless Daisy
Synonyms
- Plagiobasis dshungaricus Iljin [unknown]
- Plagiobasis dshungarica Iljin [unknown]
Description
Plagiobasis centauroides (also called Centaur Plagiobasis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiobasis centauroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It also provides habitat for wildlife and can help with erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plagiobasis centauroides is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plagiobasis centauroides is a perennial herb that is propagated from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by cuttings.
Where to Find Plagiobasis centauroides
Plagiobasis centauroides is native to South America and can be found in open fields and disturbed sites.
Plagiobasis centauroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiobasis centauroides?
Plagiobasis centauroides
What is the natural habitat of Plagiobasis centauroides?
Plagiobasis centauroides is native to India.
What is the average height of Plagiobasis centauroides?
Plagiobasis centauroides typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 meters.
Species in the Plagiobasis genus
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,