Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melleri
ID:
92661

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 238 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091990



Common Names

  • Linzia melleri
  • Meller's Linzia
  • Linzia


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia melleri Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Cacalia melleri Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia scabrifolia Hieron. [unknown]
  • Vernonia scabrifolia O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Vernonia scabrifolia scabrifolia [unknown]
  • Vernonia paludigena S.Moore [unknown]
  • Vernonia vanmeelii Lawalrée [unknown]
  • Vernonia scabrifolia amplifolia O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Linzia melleri (also called the Meller's Thistle, among many other common names) is a species of thistle native to the Middle East. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers in a corymb-like inflorescence. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linzia melleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Linzia melleri is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linzia melleri is a perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or spring. Plants can also be divided in the spring.

Where to Find Linzia melleri

Linzia melleri is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Linzia melleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linzia melleri?

Linzia melleri

What are the common names of Linzia melleri?

Meller's Coneflower

What is the natural habitat of Linzia melleri?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-48245: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.