Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 3 1867
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093293
Common Names
- Forked Carpetweed
- Forked Carpet-weed
- Forked Carpet Weed
Description
Pleurocarpaea denticulata (also called Pleurocarpaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with greyish-green leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurocarpaea denticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleurocarpaea denticulata is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleurocarpaea denticulata is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Pleurocarpaea denticulata
Pleurocarpaea denticulata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Pleurocarpaea denticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurocarpaea denticulata?
Pleurocarpaea denticulata
What is the common name of Pleurocarpaea denticulata?
Toothed Pleurocarpaea
What is the natural habitat of Pleurocarpaea denticulata?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Pleurocarpaea 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,