Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
12303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(2): 316 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011632



Common Names

  • Paurolepis
  • Filiform-leaved Thistle
  • Thread-leaved Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Gutenbergia filifolia (R.E.Fr.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Herderia filifolia R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Paurolepis angusta S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Paurolepis filifolia (also called Fernleaf False Rosemary, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has small, needle-like leaves and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paurolepis filifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paurolepis filifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paurolepis filifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Paurolepis filifolia

Paurolepis filifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, Guerrero, and Veracruz.

Paurolepis filifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Paurolepis filifolia?

Common names of Paurolepis filifolia include Threadleaf Paurolepis and Threadleaf False Pigeonwings

What is the natural habitat of Paurolepis filifolia?

Paurolepis filifolia is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Paurolepis filifolia?

Paurolepis filifolia is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

Species in the Paurolepis genus

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-111272: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.