Paperflower
Petalacte coronata

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb or small shrub. It grows 50 cm tall. The leaves are spoon shaped and rough. They are 2-5 cm long. They have a white coating. The tip is black. The flowers are white and in clusters.

There is only one Petalacte species.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows on coastal dunes and sandstone slopes.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, India, Northeastern India, South Africa, Southern Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Tipyem

Synonyms

Gnaphalium achilleae Sieber ex DC.; Gnaphalium coronatum L.; Gnaphalium radiatum J. F. Gmel.;