Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microphyllus
ID:
16992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 36: 141. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016321



Common Names

  • Pappobolus microphyllus
  • Microphyllus Pappobolus
  • Pappobolus


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Synonyms

  • Leighia microphylla (Kunth) Cass. [unknown]
  • Helianthus microphyllus Kunth [unknown]
  • Helianthopsis microphylla (Kunth) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Pappobolus microphyllus microphyllus [unknown]
  • Viguiera microphylla (Kunth) Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Pappobolus microphyllus (also called Small-leaved Pappobolus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pappobolus microphyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappobolus microphyllus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappobolus microphyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pappobolus microphyllus

Pappobolus microphyllus can be found in the Caribbean.

Pappobolus microphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappobolus microphyllus?

Pappobolus microphyllus

What type of plant is Pappobolus microphyllus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Pappobolus microphyllus native to?

Central and South America

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-115799: 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.