Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
78657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 37: 276 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077986



Common Names

  • Spiny Pallenis
  • Spiny Daisy
  • Spiny Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Pallenis spinosa microcephala Halácsy [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa spinosa [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa spinosa [unknown]
  • Asteriscus spinosus spinosus [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa sulfurea Braun-Blanq. & Maire [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa pallida Bornm. [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa microcephala (Halácsy) Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Asteriscus spinosus intermedius Alleiz. [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa eriophora Burnat [unknown]
  • Asteriscus spinosus gussonii (Pasq.) Fiori [unknown]
  • Asteriscus spinosus spinosus [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa straminea Maire, Weiller & Wilczek [unknown]
  • Pallenis spinosa crocea Webb & Heldr. [unknown]

Description

Pallenis spinosa (also called 'Spiny Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pallenis spinosa is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pallenis spinosa sub. aurea (Willk.) Nyman
Pallenis spinosa sub. maroccana (Aurich & Podlech) Greuter
Pallenis spinosa sub. asteroidea (Viv.) Greuter
Pallenis spinosa sub. spinosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pallenis spinosa has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pallenis spinosa is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed or division in spring. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils.

Where to Find Pallenis spinosa

Pallenis spinosa is a species of flowering plant found in the Mediterranean region.

Pallenis spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pallenis spinosa?

Pallenis spinosa

What is the natural habitat of Pallenis spinosa?

Pallenis spinosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common uses of Pallenis spinosa?

Pallenis spinosa is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

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-34594: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.