Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
1323886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Snijman & Kocyan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 116: 28 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336340

Common Names

  • Occidentalis Pauridia
  • Pauridia Occidentalis
  • Occidentalis Pauridia

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Description

Pauridia occidentalis (also called the Western Pauridia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, growing in wet, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 m. It has large, glossy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pauridia occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pauridia occidentalis var. quadriloba (F.Muell.) Snijman & Kocyan
Pauridia occidentalis var. occidentalis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pauridia occidentalis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pauridia occidentalis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the first growing season.

Where to Find Pauridia occidentalis

Pauridia occidentalis is native to South Africa. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and woodlands.

Pauridia occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pauridia occidentalis?

Pauridia occidentalis

What type of plant is Pauridia occidentalis?

It is a perennial herb belonging to the family Asteraceae.

Where is Pauridia occidentalis found?

It is native to South Africa, specifically in the Western Cape Province.

Species in the Hypoxidaceae family

Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Dierdré A. Snijman (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snijman' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.