Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
succulenta
ID:
12271

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mesfin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50(3): 633 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011600

Common Names

  • Pluchea succulenta
  • Succulent Pluchea
  • Succulent Camphorweed

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Description

Pluchea succulenta (also called Succulent Pluchea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and is covered with small white hairs. It is found in dry open woods, prairies, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea succulenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pluchea succulenta has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea succulenta is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, while cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Pluchea succulenta

Pluchea succulenta is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pluchea succulenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea succulenta?

Pluchea succulenta

What are the common names of Pluchea succulenta?

Succulent pluchea

What is the natural habitat of Pluchea succulenta?

Dry, sandy soils in prairies, savannas, and open woodlands

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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-111242: Based on the initial data import
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.