Schistocarpha platyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
31014
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greenm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 2: 274 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030343
Common Names
- Shistocarpha
- Platyphylla
- Schistocarpha platyphylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schistocarpha platyphylla (also called Broadleaf Schistocarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Schistocarpha platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schistocarpha platyphylla is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schistocarpha platyphylla is an annual herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is generally pest and disease free.
Where to Find Schistocarpha platyphylla
Schistocarpha platyphylla is native to the mountains of South America. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, typically at elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 meters above sea level.
Schistocarpha platyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistocarpha platyphylla?
Schistocarpha platyphylla
What is the family of Schistocarpha platyphylla?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Schistocarpha platyphylla?
Open woods and thickets
Species in the Schistocarpha genus
Schistocarpha platyphylla, Schistocarpha sinforosi, Schistocarpha paniculata, Schistocarpha pedicellata, Schistocarpha hondurensis, Schistocarpha matudae, Schistocarpha pseudoseleri, Schistocarpha longiligula, Schistocarpha liebmannii, Schistocarpha croatii, Schistocarpha paniculata, Schistocarpha matudae, Schistocarpha eupatorioides, Schistocarpha bicolor,
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-129335: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.