Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Greuter & Wagenitz
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 59 (2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081510
Common Names
- Serratuloides Klasea
- Serratuloides False-Dandelion
- Serratuloides Dwarf-Dandelion
Description
Klasea serratuloides (also called Serrate Klasea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a branched stem. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrate. It grows in disturbed areas, meadows, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Klasea serratuloides, commonly known as the Serrated Klasea, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Klasea serratuloides sub. karamanica B.Doğan & A.Duran
Klasea serratuloides sub. serratuloides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Klasea serratuloides is a small yellow disc flower, with a single yellow disc floret in the center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Klasea serratuloides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Klasea serratuloides
Klasea serratuloides is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa, and can be found in dry, open areas.
Klasea serratuloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Klasea serratuloides?
Klasea serratuloides
Where is Klasea serratuloides found?
Klasea serratuloides is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the habitat of Klasea serratuloides?
Klasea serratuloides is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
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,