Status:
valid
Authors:
Pomel
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl. : 273 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008006
Common Names
- Atractylis Phaeolepis
- Phaeolepis Atractylis
- Atractylis
Description
Atractylis phaeolepis (also called Brown Atractylis, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.2-0.5 m. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Atractylis phaeolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atractylis phaeolepis is a small yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atractylis phaeolepis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a sunny location.
Where to Find Atractylis phaeolepis
Atractylis phaeolepis is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Atractylis phaeolepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atractylis phaeolepis?
Atractylis phaeolepis
What is the common name of Atractylis phaeolepis?
Gray-scaled Atractylis
What is the natural habitat of Atractylis phaeolepis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Atractylis genus
Atractylis phaeolepis,
Atractylis aristata,
Atractylis yemensis,
Atractylis delicatula,
Atractylis serratuloides,
Atractylis delvarii,
Atractylis sojakii,
Atractylis cancellata,
Atractylis echinops,
Atractylis spinosa,
Atractylis serratuloides,
Atractylis babelii,
Atractylis prolifera,
Atractylis cryptocephala,
Atractylis kentrophylloides,
Atractylis phazaniae,
Atractylis polycephala,
Atractylis humilis,
Atractylis serrata,
Atractylis arbuscula,
Atractylis arabica,
Atractylis preauxiana,
Atractylis carduus,
Atractylis boulosii,
Atractylis echinata,
Atractylis mernephthae,
Atractylis auranitica,
Atractylis caerulea,
Atractylis caespitosa,
Atractylis tutinii,
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,