Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ferreyrii
ID:
47393

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35(3): 235. 1977 , as 'ferreyrii'

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046722



Common Names

  • Paranephelius ferreyrii
  • Ferrey's Paranephelius
  • Ferrey's Paranephelius Grass


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Description

Paranephelius ferreyrii (also called Ferrey's thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem that grows up to 1.2 m tall, and is covered in spines and white hairs. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Paranephelius ferreyrii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paranephelius ferreyrii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paranephelius ferreyrii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by 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 garden.

Where to Find Paranephelius ferreyrii

Paranephelius ferreyrii is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Paranephelius ferreyrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paranephelius ferreyrii?

Paranephelius ferreyrii

What is the family of Paranephelius ferreyrii?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Paranephelius ferreyrii?

South America

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,

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