Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
discolor
ID:
17550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 36: 156 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016879



Common Names

  • Pappobolus
  • Pappobolus Discolor
  • Pappobolus Discolor Plant


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus discolor S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Helianthopsis discolor (S.F.Blake) H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Pappobolus discolor (also called Yellow-flower Pappobolus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem. It is native to South America, and is found in a variety of habitats including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pappobolus discolor is an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make a dye. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappobolus discolor is a yellow or orange-yellow flower head. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappobolus discolor is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pappobolus discolor

Pappobolus discolor can be found in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Pappobolus discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappobolus discolor?

Pappobolus discolor

What is the common name of Pappobolus discolor?

Fringed Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Pappobolus discolor?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats

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-11633: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.