Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tridentata
ID:
16524

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Loockerman, B.L.Turner & R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 28(1): 204 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015853



Common Names

  • Trident Bajacalia
  • Bajacalia Tridentata
  • Trident Bajacalia


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Synonyms

  • Porophyllum tridentatum Benth. [unknown]
  • Porophyllum tridentatum tridentatum [unknown]

Description

Bajacalia tridentata (also called Trident Bajacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a white midrib, and the flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bajacalia tridentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to provide food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bajacalia tridentata is a small, yellow daisy-like flower, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bajacalia tridentata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle, and the plants should be watered regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Bajacalia tridentata

Bajacalia tridentata can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Bajacalia tridentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bajacalia tridentata?

Bajacalia tridentata

What is the common name of Bajacalia tridentata?

Trident Bajacalia

What is the natural habitat of Bajacalia tridentata?

It is found in dry, rocky and sandy soils in Europe and North Africa

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-11534: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.
Dennis J. Loockerman (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loockerman' in the authors string.