Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
5938

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 45 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005267



Common Names

  • Chevreulia Pusilla
  • Rough Hawksbeard
  • Small Hawksbeard


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Description

Chevreulia pusilla (also called Dwarf Thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chevreulia pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chevreulia pusilla has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chevreulia pusilla is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chevreulia pusilla

Chevreulia pusilla is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Chevreulia pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chevreulia pusilla?

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What is the common name of Chevreulia pusilla?

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What is the growth habit of Chevreulia pusilla?

Chevreulia pusilla is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb.

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,