Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) H.Rob. & Brettell
Source:
gcc
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 408 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030085
Common Names
- Psacaliopsis purpusii
- Purpus' Daisy
- Purpus' Everlasting
Description
Psacaliopsis purpusii (also called Purpus' Psacaliopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, open areas, such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psacaliopsis purpusii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance and low maintenance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psacaliopsis purpusii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psacaliopsis purpusii is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Psacaliopsis purpusii
Psacaliopsis purpusii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky soils.
Psacaliopsis purpusii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psacaliopsis purpusii?
Psacaliopsis purpusii
What type of plant is Psacaliopsis purpusii?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where is Psacaliopsis purpusii found?
It is found in the western United States
Species in the Psacaliopsis 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,