Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
solidagineum
ID:
1280077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana & Planch.) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 355 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279415

Common Names

  • Polypsecadium solidagineum
  • Solidago Polypsecadium
  • Goldenrod Polypsecadium

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Description

Polypsecadium solidagineum (also called 'Solidago Polypsecadium', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 feet and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Polypsecadium solidagineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polypsecadium solidagineum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypsecadium solidagineum is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Polypsecadium solidagineum

Polypsecadium solidagineum is found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

Polypsecadium solidagineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypsecadium solidagineum?

Polypsecadium solidagineum

What is the common name of Polypsecadium solidagineum?

Solidago-like Polypsecadium

What is the natural habitat of Polypsecadium solidagineum?

It is native to Argentina, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.