Blepharispermum pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
30190
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 37: 168 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029519
Common Names
- Downy Blepharispermum
- Downy False Daisy
- Downy Fleabane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blepharispermum pubescens (also called Hairy Blepharispermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Blepharispermum pubescens is a perennial plant that is often used in ornamental gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and bees. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blepharispermum pubescens is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and yellow flowers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blepharispermum pubescens is a small, perennial herb that is native to India. It grows in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or sheltered area. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Blepharispermum pubescens
Blepharispermum pubescens is found in the Mediterranean region, primarily in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Blepharispermum pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blepharispermum pubescens?
Blepharispermum pubescens
What is the common name of Blepharispermum pubescens?
Downy blepharispermum
What type of plant is Blepharispermum pubescens?
Annual herb
Species in the Blepharispermum genus
Blepharispermum minus, Blepharispermum yemense, Blepharispermum xerothamnum, Blepharispermum pubescens, Blepharispermum canescens, Blepharispermum arcuatum, Blepharispermum petiolare, Blepharispermum zanguebaricum, Blepharispermum ellenbeckii, Blepharispermum obovatum, Blepharispermum villosum, Blepharispermum fruticosum, Blepharispermum spinulosum, Blepharispermum hirtum, Blepharispermum brachycarphum,
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-128527: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.