Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stellatum
ID:
30720

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 85(4): 278 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030049



Common Names

  • Star Pappochroma
  • Star-flowered Pappochroma
  • Pappochroma Stellatum


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Description

Pappochroma stellatum (also called 'Star Pappochroma', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, star-shaped yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pappochroma stellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappochroma stellatum is white and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are long and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappochroma stellatum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pappochroma stellatum

Pappochroma stellatum can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey, and Iran.

Pappochroma stellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappochroma stellatum?

Pappochroma stellatum

What type of plant is Pappochroma stellatum?

Herb

Where is Pappochroma stellatum native to?

Australia

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.