Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Ruíz & Devesa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32(1): 24 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338572
Common Names
- Mantisalca castroviejoi
- Castroviejoi Mantisalca
- Mantisalca's Castroviejoi
Description
Mantisalca castroviejoi (also called 'Castroviejo's Mantisalca', among many other common names) is a terrestrial plant species native to the temperate regions of Europe. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and long, oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Mantisalca castroviejoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mantisalca castroviejoi has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mantisalca castroviejoi is an evergreen perennial that is best propagated by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Mantisalca castroviejoi
Mantisalca castroviejoi can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.
Mantisalca castroviejoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mantisalca castroviejoi?
Mantisalca castroviejoi
What is the common name of Mantisalca castroviejoi?
Castroviejo's Mantisalca
Where is Mantisalca castroviejoi found?
Mantisalca castroviejoi is found in Spain.
Species in the Mantisalca genus
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
Emilio Ruíz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Ruíz' in the authors string.