Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
81490

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muschl.) Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 37(2): 347 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080819



Common Names

  • Bothriocline Attenuata
  • Slender Bothriocline
  • Slenderleaf Bothriocline


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Synonyms

  • Erlangea attenuata Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline attenuata (also called Narrowleaf Bothriocline, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to California. It has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as chaparral and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline attenuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline attenuata is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline attenuata is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in early spring and will germinate in about 2 weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bothriocline attenuata

Bothriocline attenuata can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Bothriocline attenuata FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Bothriocline attenuata?

Bothriocline attenuata prefers a soil pH of 6.5-7.5.

What is the ideal temperature for Bothriocline attenuata?

Bothriocline attenuata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.

How much sunlight does Bothriocline attenuata need?

Bothriocline attenuata prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-37385: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.