Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
condensatum
ID:
121853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 4(4): 413 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121182



Common Names

  • Condensed Actinobole
  • Cushion Actinobole
  • Actinobole Cushion


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalodes condensatum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Actinobole condensatum (also called Hedgehog Cactus, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub with a woody base. It is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Actinobole condensatum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach and intestinal problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Actinobole condensatum is white in color and has a daisy-like appearance. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinobole condensatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Actinobole condensatum

Actinobole condensatum is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Actinobole condensatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinobole condensatum?

Actinobole condensatum

What is the common name of Actinobole condensatum?

Condensed Actinobole

What is the natural habitat of Actinobole condensatum?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in South America.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82413: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.