Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Erikss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 119(2): 155 (1995) (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025980
Common Names
- Psilocarpum Wormwood
- Psilocarpum Mugwort
- Athroisma Psilocarpum
Description
Athroisma psilocarpum (also called Smooth-Fruit Athroisma, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is typically found in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Athroisma psilocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Athroisma psilocarpum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athroisma psilocarpum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Athroisma psilocarpum
Athroisma psilocarpum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in scrub and grassland habitats.
Athroisma psilocarpum FAQ
What are the common names for Athroisma psilocarpum?
Athroisma psilocarpum is commonly known as the Smooth-fruited thistle.
What type of climate does Athroisma psilocarpum prefer?
Athroisma psilocarpum prefers a cool, temperate climate.
What type of soil does Athroisma psilocarpum prefer?
Athroisma psilocarpum prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Athroisma genus
Athroisma boranense,
Athroisma lobatum,
Athroisma psilocarpum,
Athroisma stuhlmannii,
Athroisma proteiforme,
Athroisma pinnatifidum,
Athroisma inevitabile,
Athroisma hastifolium,
Athroisma fanshawei,
Athroisma pusillum,
Athroisma gracile,
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
Torsten Eriksson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Erikss.' in the authors string.