Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psilocarpum
ID:
26651

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

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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.

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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 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-125099: Based on the initial data import
Torsten Eriksson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Erikss.' in the authors string.