Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arguta
ID:
47236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 5 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046565

Common Names

  • Pluchea Arguta
  • Sharp Pluchea
  • Sharp Pluchea Arguta

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Synonyms

  • Conyza odontophylla Boiss. [unknown]
  • Laggera arida C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Pluchea frutescens frutescens [unknown]
  • Pluchea arguta arguta [unknown]
  • Pluchea frutescens Benth. [unknown]

Description

Pluchea arguta (also called Mexican Pluchea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and can grow up to 2 meters in height. It is found in dry, open areas, such as pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea arguta is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also known to be a natural insect repellent, and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pluchea arguta has small, white flowers with yellow centers and purple tips. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea arguta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting medium. The soil should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pluchea arguta

Pluchea arguta can be found in the southwestern United States, from Arizona to Texas, and in northern Mexico.

Pluchea arguta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea arguta?

Pluchea arguta

What is the common name of Pluchea arguta?

Salt Marsh Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Pluchea arguta?

Salt marshes, coastal areas, and disturbed areas

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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,

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