Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Mattf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(2): 292 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009844
Common Names
- Arrhenechthites haplogynus
- Haplogynous Arrhenechthites
- Haplogynous False Foxglove
Synonyms
- Senecio haplogynus F.Muell. [unknown]
- Erechthites haplogyna Mattf. [unknown]
Description
Arrhenechthites haplogynus (also called 'Single-stalked Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. The plant has thin, erect stems and small, oval leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Arrhenechthites haplogynus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arrhenechthites haplogynus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arrhenechthites haplogynus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C).
Where to Find Arrhenechthites haplogynus
Arrhenechthites haplogynus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Arrhenechthites haplogynus FAQ
What are the common names of Arrhenechthites haplogynus?
Arrhenechthites haplogynus is commonly known as the Single-stemmed Hawkweed.
What is the growth habit of Arrhenechthites haplogynus?
Arrhenechthites haplogynus is an upright, clump-forming perennial.
What is the optimal growing environment for Arrhenechthites haplogynus?
Arrhenechthites haplogynus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Arrhenechthites genus
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Abrotanella linearis,
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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,