Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
luteum
ID:
720947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. London 1: 176 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720280

Common Names

  • Peltophyllum luteum
  • Yellow-flowered Peltophyllum
  • Yellow-leaved Peltophyllum

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Description

Peltophyllum luteum (also called 'Yellow Peltophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its small, deeply lobed leaves. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as meadows, riverbanks and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Peltophyllum luteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peltophyllum luteum has small white flowers, with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltophyllum luteum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to North America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and is deer resistant.

Where to Find Peltophyllum luteum

Peltophyllum luteum can be found in moist meadows and along streams in South Africa.

Peltophyllum luteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peltophyllum luteum?

Peltophyllum luteum

What is the common name of Peltophyllum luteum?

Yellow Peltophyllum

Where is Peltophyllum luteum native to?

Africa

Species in the Peltophyllum genus

Species in the Triuridaceae family

Kihansia lovettii, Kihansia jengiensis, Kupea martinetugei, Kupea jonii, Lacandonia schismatica, Lacandonia brasiliana, Peltophyllum caudatum, Peltophyllum luteum, Sciaphila oligantha, Sciaphila polygyna, Sciaphila wariana, Sciaphila nana, Sciaphila densiflora, Sciaphila megastyla, Sciaphila micranthera, Sciaphila multiflora, Sciaphila papillosa, Sciaphila janthina, Sciaphila khasiana, Sciaphila ledermannii, Sciaphila winkleri, Sciaphila tosaensis, Sciaphila secundiflora, Sciaphila purpurea, Sciaphila quadribullifera, Sciaphila ramosa, Sciaphila schwackeana, Sciaphila tenella, Sciaphila thaidanica, Sciaphila picta, Sciaphila rubra, Sciaphila aneitensis, Sciaphila arfakiana, Sciaphila consimilis, Sciaphila corallophyton, Sciaphila corniculata, Sciaphila corymbosa, Sciaphila albescens, Sciaphila africana, Sciaphila arcuata, Sciaphila stellata, Sciaphila jianfenglingensis, Sciaphila betung-kerihunensis, Sciaphila brevistyla, Sciaphila inouei, Sciaphila alba, Sciaphila yakushimensis, Sciaphila perrieri, Sciaphila mwanihanensis, Sciaphila madagascariensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-284627: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.