Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 65 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016975
Common Names
- Barkley's Dendrophorbium
- Barkley's Goldenbush
- Barkley's Rabbitbrush
Synonyms
- Senecio barkleyanus Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Pentacalia barkleyana (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum (also called Barkley's Dendrophorbium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in scrublands, deserts, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum has been used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dendrophorbium barkleyanum
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Dendrophorbium barkleyanum?
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum is native to the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Dendrophorbium barkleyanum prefer?
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
How much sunlight does Dendrophorbium barkleyanum need?
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Dendrophorbium genus
Dendrophorbium pluricephalum,
Dendrophorbium glaziovii,
Dendrophorbium solisii,
Dendrophorbium archeri,
Dendrophorbium longilinguae,
Dendrophorbium cabrerae,
Dendrophorbium glaziovii,
Dendrophorbium barkleyanum,
Dendrophorbium biacuminatum,
Dendrophorbium buchtienii,
Dendrophorbium multinerve,
Dendrophorbium scytophyllum,
Dendrophorbium fruticosum,
Dendrophorbium buchtienii,
Dendrophorbium lucidum,
Dendrophorbium favillosum,
Dendrophorbium ingens,
Dendrophorbium fruticosum,
Dendrophorbium vanillodorum,
Dendrophorbium arboluco,
Dendrophorbium coroicense,
Dendrophorbium peregrinum,
Dendrophorbium dolichodoryium,
Dendrophorbium balsapampae,
Dendrophorbium brachycodon,
Dendrophorbium restingae,
Dendrophorbium gesnerifolium,
Dendrophorbium tipocochense,
Dendrophorbium curvidens,
Dendrophorbium vargasii,
Dendrophorbium bomanii,
Dendrophorbium zongoense,
Dendrophorbium paranense,
Dendrophorbium subnemorale,
Dendrophorbium biserrifolium,
Dendrophorbium catharinense,
Dendrophorbium ayopayense,
Dendrophorbium acuminatissimum,
Dendrophorbium trigynum,
Dendrophorbium chingualense,
Dendrophorbium lloense,
Dendrophorbium pururu,
Dendrophorbium storkii,
Dendrophorbium moscopanum,
Dendrophorbium argutidentatum,
Dendrophorbium sotarense,
Dendrophorbium chaenocephalum,
Dendrophorbium toreadoris,
Dendrophorbium amplexicaule,
Dendrophorbium fastigiaticephalum,
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,