Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentella
ID:
119028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 68(2-3): 251 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118357



Common Names

  • Keysseria
  • Woolly Keysseria
  • Woolly Keysseria


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Description

Keysseria tomentella (also called woolly-leaved keysseria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves that are densely covered in white hairs. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Keysseria tomentella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Keysseria tomentella is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keysseria tomentella is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Keysseria tomentella

Keysseria tomentella is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as rocky hillsides and desert scrub.

Keysseria tomentella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keysseria tomentella?

Keysseria tomentella

What type of plant is Keysseria tomentella?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Keysseria tomentella found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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,