Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cladochaeta
ID:
134314

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 11(89): 49 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133643



Common Names

  • Phacellothrix
  • Cladochaeta
  • Cladochaeta Daisy


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Description

Phacellothrix cladochaeta (also called 'Granite-Broom' and 'Granite-Broom-Heath', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phacellothrix cladochaeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phacellothrix cladochaeta is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phacellothrix cladochaeta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phacellothrix cladochaeta

Phacellothrix cladochaeta is native to the Mediterranean region.

Phacellothrix cladochaeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?

Phacellothrix cladochaeta

What is the common name of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?

Cladochaeta

What is the natural habitat of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of South America

Species in the Phacellothrix 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,

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