Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(4): 427 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068014
Common Names
- Klasea procumbens
- Procumbent Klasea
- Prostrate Klasea
Description
Klasea procumbens (also called Spreading Klasea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Klasea procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Klasea procumbens is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single long stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Klasea procumbens is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or autumn. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Klasea procumbens
Klasea procumbens is found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.
Klasea procumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Klasea procumbens?
Klasea procumbens
What is the common name of Klasea procumbens?
Procumbent Klasea
What is the natural habitat of Klasea procumbens?
Grassy areas, meadows, and open woods
Species in the Klasea genus
Klasea gracillima,
Klasea erucifolia,
Klasea centauroides,
Klasea kotschyi,
Klasea haussknechtii,
Klasea cardunculus,
Klasea flavescens,
Klasea khuzistanica,
Klasea aphyllopoda,
Klasea radiata,
Klasea chartacea,
Klasea cerinthifolia,
Klasea hastifolia,
Klasea lyratifolia,
Klasea suffruticulosa,
Klasea lasiocephala,
Klasea aznavouriana,
Klasea coriacea,
Klasea pallida,
Klasea lycopifolia,
Klasea centauroides,
Klasea leptoclada,
Klasea bulgarica,
Klasea pinnatifida,
Klasea viciifolia,
Klasea latifolia,
Klasea procumbens,
Klasea legionensis,
Klasea biebersteiniana,
Klasea grandifolia,
Klasea bogdensis,
Klasea serratuloides,
Klasea melanocheila,
Klasea pusilla,
Klasea nudicaulis,
Klasea kurdica,
Klasea marginata,
Klasea cretica,
Klasea bornmuelleri,
Klasea hakkiarica,
Klasea integrifolia,
Klasea sogdiana,
Klasea suffulta,
Klasea mouterdei,
Klasea lycopifolia,
Klasea baetica,
Klasea quinquefolia,
Klasea dissecta,
Klasea pinnatifida,
Klasea oligocephala,
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,