Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinetorum
ID:
129192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 157 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128521

Common Names

  • Pine Psacalium
  • Pine False Dandelion
  • Pine False Hawkbit

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Synonyms

  • Cacalia pinetorum Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Psacalium pinetorum (also called Pineywoods Psacalium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psacalium pinetorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psacalium pinetorum has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psacalium pinetorum is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Division of the clumps can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Psacalium pinetorum

Psacalium pinetorum can be found in dry, sandy soils in the southeastern United States.

Psacalium pinetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psacalium pinetorum?

Psacalium pinetorum

What are the common names of Psacalium pinetorum?

Piney Woods Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Psacalium pinetorum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Psacalium genus

Psacalium napellifolium, Psacalium pachyphyllum, Psacalium peltatum, Psacalium pringlei, Psacalium tussilaginoides, Psacalium sharpii, Psacalium pentaflorum, Psacalium cronquistiorum, Psacalium filicifolium, Psacalium globosum, Psacalium matudae, Psacalium hintoniorum, Psacalium goldsmithii, Psacalium beamanii, Psacalium argutum, Psacalium guatemalense, Psacalium amplum, Psacalium nephrophyllum, Psacalium cervinum, Psacalium amplifolium, Psacalium cirsiifolium, Psacalium holwayanum, Psacalium schillingii, Psacalium paucicapitatum, Psacalium laxiflorum, Psacalium guerreroanum, Psacalium megaphyllum, Psacalium hintonii, Psacalium multilobum, Psacalium purpusii, Psacalium sinuatum, Psacalium silphiifolium, Psacalium calvum, Psacalium radulifolium, Psacalium nelsonii, Psacalium decompositum, Psacalium obtusilobum, Psacalium brachycomum, Psacalium peltigerum, Psacalium quercifolium, Psacalium poculiferum, Psacalium mollifolium, Psacalium tabulare, Psacalium palmeri, Psacalium platylepis, Psacalium perezii, Psacalium pinetorum, Psacalium eriocarpum, Psacalium nanum, Psacalium putlanum,

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-895: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.