Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
malmei
ID:
62386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zardini

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Hickenia 1(25): 136, nom. (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061715



Common Names

  • Malme's Noticastrum
  • Malme's Star-thistle
  • Noticastrum malmei


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Synonyms

  • Aster psammophilus (Malme) Malag. [unknown]
  • Leucopsis psammophila psammophila [unknown]
  • Leucopsis psammophila Malme [unknown]
  • Leucopsis psammophila calvescens Malme [unknown]
  • Aster psammophilus (Malme) Herter [unknown]

Description

Noticastrum malmei (also called Malme's noticastrum, Malme's desert-thorn, and many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 4 meters tall. It has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Noticastrum malmei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Noticastrum malmei is small and yellow. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Noticastrum malmei is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Noticastrum malmei

Noticastrum malmei is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Noticastrum malmei FAQ

What are the common names for Noticastrum malmei?

Noticastrum malmei is commonly known as Malme's nightshade.

What is the natural habitat of Noticastrum malmei?

Noticastrum malmei is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Noticastrum malmei?

Noticastrum malmei is an annual herb that grows to a height of about 1-2 feet (30-60 cm).

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