Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hyrcanum
ID:
100564

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. lxxi. 275 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099893



Common Names

  • Hyrcanian Myopordon
  • Hyrcanian Myopord
  • Myopord


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Synonyms

  • Stechmannia hyrcana (Bornm.) Soják [unknown]
  • Jurinea hyrcana Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Myopordon hyrcanum (also called Common Myopordon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 m and has grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in scrub and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myopordon hyrcanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myopordon hyrcanum has yellow flowers with five petals and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myopordon hyrcanum is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Myopordon hyrcanum

Myopordon hyrcanum is native to Iran and can be found in the Hyrcanian forests.

Myopordon hyrcanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myopordon hyrcanum?

Myopordon hyrcanum

What is the family of Myopordon hyrcanum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Myopordon hyrcanum?

Hyrcanian Myopordon

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-5668: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.