Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
483835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Pittier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Venez. : 22 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483167

Common Names

  • Suaveolens Plant
  • Suaveolens Daisy
  • Suaveolens Flower

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Synonyms

  • Andriapetalum suaveolens Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Panopsis suaveolens (also called Sweet-Smelling Panopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Panopsis suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panopsis suaveolens is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with a white throat. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedlings of this plant are small and have a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panopsis suaveolens is a small, evergreen shrub with a compact, rounded habit. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy mix.

Where to Find Panopsis suaveolens

Panopsis suaveolens is native to Costa Rica.

Panopsis suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Panopsis suaveolens?

Panopsis suaveolens

What is the common name of Panopsis suaveolens?

Fragrant Panopsis

What type of plant is Panopsis suaveolens?

It is a type of shrub

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2564410: Based on the initial data import
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.