Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
argenteus
ID:
72148

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb., Bonpl. & Kunth) Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 36: 170 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071477



Common Names

  • Silver Pappobolus
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Silver Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus argenteus Kunth [unknown]

Description

Pappobolus argenteus (also called 'Silver-leaved Pappobolus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a single stem with a basal rosette of leaves and a single, terminal inflorescence. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and other dry grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pappobolus argenteus is an ornamental plant that is often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and flowers have been used to treat various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappobolus argenteus is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappobolus argenteus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plants can be planted out in the summer.

Where to Find Pappobolus argenteus

Pappobolus argenteus is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the wild in France, Italy, and Spain.

Pappobolus argenteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappobolus argenteus?

Pappobolus argenteus

What type of plant is Pappobolus argenteus?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant.

Where is Pappobolus argenteus native to?

It is native to Turkey.

Species in the Pappobolus genus

Pappobolus sagasteguii, Pappobolus hypargyreus, Pappobolus verbesinoides, Pappobolus verbesinoides, Pappobolus schillingii, Pappobolus microphyllus, Pappobolus discolor, Pappobolus sanchezii, Pappobolus imbaburensis, Pappobolus stuebelii, Pappobolus viridior, Pappobolus ecuadoriensis, Pappobolus smithii, Pappobolus matthewsii, Pappobolus acutifolius, Pappobolus lehmannii, Pappobolus subniveus, Pappobolus acuminatus, Pappobolus argenteus, Pappobolus youngiorum, Pappobolus senex, Pappobolus robinsonii, Pappobolus lanatus, Pappobolus nigrescens, Pappobolus storkhortonianus, Pappobolus davidii, Pappobolus lodicatus, Pappobolus decumbens, Pappobolus cajamarcensis, Pappobolus jelskii, Pappobolus hypargyreus, Pappobolus woodsonianus, Pappobolus senex, Pappobolus cinerascens, Pappobolus andinus, Pappobolus hutchisonii, Pappobolus amoenus, Pappobolus juncosae, Pappobolus mollicomus, Pappobolus macranthus,

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-28247: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.