Status:
valid
Authors:
Less. ex Urtubey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden 86(1): 81 1999
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010414
Common Names
- Spiny Barnadesia
- Spiny Hawkweed
- Spiny Mouse-ear
Description
Barnadesia spinosa (also called Spiny Barnadesia, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and grows in forests, woodlands, and grasslands. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Barnadesia spinosa 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, cold, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barnadesia spinosa is yellow and has a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barnadesia spinosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Barnadesia spinosa
Barnadesia spinosa is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Barnadesia spinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barnadesia spinosa?
Barnadesia spinosa
What type of plant is Barnadesia spinosa?
It is a perennial herb
What is the habitat of Barnadesia spinosa?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas
Species in the Barnadesia genus
Barnadesia ciliata,
Barnadesia blakeana,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia polyacantha,
Barnadesia arborea,
Barnadesia pycnophylla,
Barnadesia odorata,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia dombeyana,
Barnadesia macbridei,
Barnadesia reticulata,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia horrida,
Barnadesia kingii,
Barnadesia glomerata,
Barnadesia lehmannii,
Barnadesia corymbosa,
Barnadesia wurdackii,
Barnadesia caryophylla,
Barnadesia parviflora,
Barnadesia macrocephala,
Barnadesia woodii,
Barnadesia hutchisoniana,
Barnadesia jelskii,
Barnadesia aculeata,
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
Estrella Urtubey: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urtubey' in the authors string.