Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuneifolia
ID:
135431

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 202 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134760

Common Names

  • Cuneate Proustia
  • Cuneate False Willow
  • Cuneate Cotton Weed

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Description

Proustia cuneifolia (also called 'Wedge-Leaved Proustia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia and the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Proustia cuneifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Proustia cuneifolia for. tipia (Phil.) Fabris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Proustia cuneifolia is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Proustia cuneifolia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Division can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Proustia cuneifolia

Proustia cuneifolia can be found in the western South American region, from Peru to Chile.

Proustia cuneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Proustia cuneifolia?

Proustia cuneifolia

What type of plant is Proustia cuneifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub.

Where is Proustia cuneifolia native to?

It is native to Mexico.

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-95533: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.